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Name
Scientific name
Betta ibanorum
Described by
Authority Tan & Ng, Year 2004
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 10 credited
Summary
Betta ibanorum is a paternal mouthbrooding labyrinth fish from southern and western Sarawak, Borneo, where it exists in several colour form…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
85mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 80 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 24–28°C, pH 4–7
Hardness
1–5dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Species tank only
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not for a community
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Malaysia, Borneo
Writing
Etymology
ibanorum: named for the indigenous people of northwestern Borneo, for which the vernacular is Iban.
Distribution
Native to the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. It's widely-distributed throughout the south and west of the state and exists in several colo…
Habitat
Sometimes inhabits clear streams with flowing water although most known localities consist of blackwater environments in ancient peat swamps, though it's also …
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 80 ∗ 30 cm or equivalent is large enough for a pair or small group.
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: 24 – 28 °C pH: 4.0 – 7.0. The pH in its natural waters has been recorded from 4.2 (blackwater) to 6.8 (clearwater stream). Hardness: 1 – 5 dGH
Diet
Likely to feed mostly on insects and other small invertebrates in nature. Captive fish will normally accept dried products once they're recognised as edible, b…
Behaviour and compatibility
Not recommended for the standard community set-up for reasons already touched upon. It's requirements and disposition mean it's best kept alone or with very pe…
Sexual dimorphism
Adult males are larger, develop more-extended fins and have a broader head shape than females.
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
B. ibanorum is uncommon in the hobby and is apparently more frequently fished for food than the aquarium trade. It's included in the Betta akarensis group of c…
References
References
2 on this profile