A mostly brown species of gourami with golden and blue iridescence. They're distinguished from other members of the Akarensis group by their black lower lip, black chin bar, and slim body profile (Practical Fishkeeping). Unlike most other betta species, they reside in the upper reaches of clear, flowing forest hill streams, where they can be found in quieter marginal zones and still pools (Seriously Fish).
Category: Anabantids
Global Region: Southeast Asia
Distribution: Lower Kapuas river basin in West Kalimantan (Kalimantan Barat), Borneo
Practical Fishkeeping—Six new Betta species described
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