Large-mouthed betta
Betta macrostoma
Família : Osphronemidae
PeixeÁgua docelabyrinthids
Rare and threatened betta, recognizable by its large mouth and bright colors.
Estado IUCN
VU
Vulnerável
Descrição
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.
Habitat
Região :
Stagnant waters and swamps
Distribuição :
Parâmetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH4–6
GH1–5 °dGH
KH0–3 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.2 mg/L
Cuidados
Dificuldade
4/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Aquário mín.
80 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
10 cm
Esperança de vida
5 anos
Temperamento
Territorial
Propagação
Notas de cuidados
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).