Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Peaceful Betta

Peaceful Betta (Betta imbellis)

Synonyms:	...	Links to sites with pics: atisonbetta.com -- Betta imbellis
Stats:	Adult Size: 2" (5 cm) Temp: 72-79 F (22-26 C) Tank: 36" (90 cm) minimum
Requirements:	They need access to open air above water, as they are atmospheric air breathers. Periodically they take gulps from the surface. pH: <7 H: 3
Diet:	Carnivore. All types.
Breeding:	Male: longer fins, more colorful. Bubblenest.
Sociability:	Can be kept in groups with adequate space.
Related Spec:	(Betta bellica) Striped Fighter (Betta brederi) Breder's Betta (Betta coccina) Wine Red Betta (Betta picta) Java Fighter (Betta pugnax) Penang Mouthbrooding Fighter (Betta splendens) Betta
Special Info:	It is though this fish and Betta splendens could be the same species. Short Tail splendens look much like imbellis.