{"product_id":"male-betta-mb006","title":"Male Betta - MB006","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMB006 — Exact Fish Guarantee\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMB006 refers to this exact Male Betta Fish. The images shown are of the exact fish you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Male Betta Fish\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale Betta Fish are one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish, renowned for their spectacular flowing fins, vibrant colours, and fascinating personalities. Also known as Siamese Fighting Fish, Bettas have been selectively bred into an incredible range of colours, patterns, and fin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach male Betta has its own unique appearance, with varieties ranging from solid colours to Koi, Galaxy, Nemo, Halfmoon, Plakat, Crowntail, and many other forms. Their flowing fins and bold colouration make them an excellent centrepiece fish for planted and nano aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale Bettas are highly territorial and should \u003cstrong\u003enot be housed with other male Bettas\u003c\/strong\u003e. They can often be kept individually or, depending on temperament and aquarium setup, alongside carefully selected peaceful community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBettas are labyrinth fish, allowing them to breathe atmospheric air from the surface. They appreciate calm water, gentle filtration, aquatic plants, floating cover, and resting areas close to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quality Betta pellet should form the basis of their diet, supplemented with appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColourful, intelligent, and full of personality, the Male Betta Fish makes an impressive centrepiece for a freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male Betta Fish \/ Siamese Fighting Fish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–7 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Litres\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–8.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 Years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nano aquariums, planted tanks, individual Betta setups, and carefully selected community aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Male Bettas live with other Bettas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Male Bettas are highly territorial and should never be housed together. They may fight severely, potentially causing serious injury or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Male Bettas live with other fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, depending on the individual Betta and aquarium setup. Peaceful species such as Corydoras, small Rasboras, and some Tetras can work well, provided they don't nip fins or compete aggressively for space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Male Bettas need a filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Gentle filtration helps maintain stable water quality, but strong currents should be avoided because their long fins can make swimming difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Male Bettas eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are carnivorous and do best on quality Betta pellets supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Male Bettas need plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are highly recommended. 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