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Name
Scientific name
Betta persephone
Described by
Authority Schaller, Year 1986
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 10 credited
Summary
Betta persephone is a small bubble-nesting labyrinth fish that appears to be endemic to southwestern Johor state, Peninsular Malaysia. A bl…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
35mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 45 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–28°C, pH 4–6
Hardness
1–5dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Species tank only
Social needs
A pair
Community suitability
Not for a community
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Malaysia, Peninsular Malaysia
Writing
Etymology
Betta: from ikan betah, the vernacular Malay for species of this genus. persephone: named for the Greek goddess Persephone, daughter of Demeter and Zeus and qu…
Distribution
Appears to be endemic to forested areas around the towns of Ayer Hitam, Muar, and Kluang in southwestern Johor state, Peninsular Malaysia. Type locality is ‘As…
Habitat
A stenotopic inhabitant of peat swamp forests and associated streams. The dense canopy of branches above means very little light penetrates the surface of such…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 45 ∗ 30 cm should be the minimum considered, but is suitable 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 small aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates in nature. Captive fish will normally accept dried products once they are recognised as edible, b…
Behaviour and compatibility
Not recommended for the standard community aquarium. Its care requirements and disposition mean it is best kept alone or with very peaceful species. Some small…
Sexual dimorphism
Males are more intensely-coloured and develop more-extended fins than females as they mature.
Reproduction
Bubble nester. It is particularly important to provide plenty of cover for the female, and empty camera film canisters or lengths of plastic tubing can be used…
Notes
This species is included in the B. coccina group of closely-related species within the genus. This assemblage mostly comprises small, red-coloured fishes with …
References
References
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