Description: Betta native to the Sungai Sebangau drainage of Borneo. Inhabits peat swamp blackwater environments. Known to be a bubble nester. Prefers soft acidic water that is well filtered. They should be kept at temperatures in the mid 70s F. Pairs can be housed in a 5 gallon tank, while groups should be housed in a 20 gallon tank or larger. Pairs should be given cover such as caves and plants.
Category: Anabantids
Global Region: Asia
Distribution: Indonesia: Borneo
CARES Classification: Critically Endangered
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2025
Extremely slow grower, beautiful fish i find the like tonspawn in the floating caves.
Ph: 5 to 6
Temp: 78 degrees
Blackwater
5 gallon half filled
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Had much more breeding since doing live white worms. Nothing viable yet.