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Name
Scientific name
Betta pallida
Described by
Authority Schindler & Schmidt, Year 2004
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
Betta pallida is a small paternal mouthbrooding labyrinth fish described from Narathiwat province at the southern tip of Peninsular Thailan…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
40mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 60 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–27°C, pH 5.5–7
Hardness
0–5dGH
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
Thailand
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Described from Narathiwat province at the southern tip of Peninsular Thailand, and thus far known has not been recorded elsewhere.
Habitat
Has been collected from a slowly-moving creek which ranged in depth from 20 – 50 cm. The water was clear and slightly-stained with tannins and the subtrate was…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 60 ∗ 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
Not written yet
Diet
Likely to prey on insects and other small invertebrates/zooplankton in nature. Captive fish will normally accept dried products once they're recognised as edib…
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
Males grow larger, possess a greater amount of iridescent scaling on the head, a broader head shape, and more extended fins than females.
Reproduction
Paternal mouthbrooder. Ideally organise a separate tank for breeding purposes, unless the fish are already being maintained alone, setting this up as suggested…
Notes
B. pallida was known as B. sp. 'southern Thailand' prior to official description. It's included in the Betta picta group/complex of closely-related species wit…
References
References
2 on this profile