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Name
Scientific name
Betta akarensis
Described by
Authority Regan, Year 1910
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 6 credited
Summary
Betta akarensis is a paternal mouthbrooding labyrinth fish from Borneo, collected in Brunei and the Malaysian state of Sarawak. It lends it…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
80mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 60 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 21–27°C, pH 5.5–7.5
Hardness
0–12dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
A pair
Community suitability
Not for a community
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Brunei, Malaysia, Akar, Nibong, Tebu, Teku
Writing
Etymology
akarensis: named for the Akar river system, Borneo, type locality of this species.
Distribution
Native to the island of Borneo where it has been collected in both Brunei Darussalam and parts of the Malaysian state of Sarawak with type locality 'Akar River…
Habitat
This species has been found living in clear streams with flowing water although the majority are collected from blackwater environments. It seems to be an adap…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base dimensions of 60 ∗ 30 cm or more is recommended.
Maintenance
Can be maintained in a fully-decorated aquarium although many breeders prefer not to use a substrate for ease of maintenance. Driftwood roots and branches can …
Water conditions
Temperature: 21 – 27 °C pH: 5.5 – 7.5 Hardness: 0 – 12 dGH, with lower values recommended for breeding purposes.
Diet
Preys on insects and other invertebrates in nature with very small fish perhaps being taken as well. In the aquarium will normally accept dried foods once reco…
Behaviour and compatibility
Not a recommended choice for the standard community set-up for reasons already touched upon. It's care requirements and disposition mean it is best kept alone …
Sexual dimorphism
Males grow larger, develop more extended fins and possess a greater amount of iridescent scaling on the head and body than females. The head profile in males i…
Reproduction
Paternal mouthbrooder. Organise a separate tank for breeding purposes unless the fish are already being maintained alone, setting this up as suggested above. T…
Notes
This species lends its name to the the Betta akarensis group of closely-related species, an assemblage which also currently includes B. antoni, B. aurigans, B.…
References
References
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