Large-mouthed betta

Betta macrostoma

Familia : Osphronemidae

PezAgua dulcelabyrinthids

Rare and threatened betta, recognizable by its large mouth and bright colors.

Estado IUCN
VU
Vulnerable
Bioma
Rivières et forêts inondées d'Indonésie, Malaisie, Thaïlande.

Descripción

Betta macrostoma is a labyrinth fish endemic to Borneo. It is distinguished by its particularly large mouth and developed fins. Males are very colorful with red, blue, and green hues. It lives in acidic blackwater of peat swamps. In the aquarium, it requires very soft, acidic water, low light, and plenty of hiding places. It is territorial but less aggressive than Betta splendens.

Hábitat

Región :

Stagnant waters and swamps

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH46
GH15 °dGH
KH03 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.2 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
4/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Tanque mín.
80 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
10 cm
Esperanza de vida
5 años
Temperamento
Territorial
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Species tank of at least 80L for a pair. Very soft water (GH < 5), pH 4.0-6.0, temperature 24-28°C. Gentle filtration, floating plants, hiding spots. Feed with live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp).

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