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<b>Common Names:</b> Betta, Siamese Fighting Fish
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Betta splendens</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Belontiidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.0-8.0 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 75-86°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 0-25 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 2-3 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 3 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 5g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Carnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Once laid by the female, the eggs are tended by the male in a bubble nest. Fry appear in about 24 hours.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Peaceful
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Unlike male bettas, female bettas may be housed together, or in a community tank with other peaceful fish.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> The most important environmental factor with these fish is to have a tank with a steady temperature. Also, do not house together with fin-nipping tank-mates.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Thailand
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