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Name
Scientific name
Betta pi
Described by
Authority Tan, Year 1998
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 15 credited
Summary
Betta pi is a large paternal mouthbrooding labyrinth fish from peat swamps in southern Thailand and the states of Kelantan and Terengganu, …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
90mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 90 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–28°C, pH 4–6.5
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, Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Golok, Kelantan, Kusial
Writing
Etymology
Betta: from ikan betah, the vernacular Malay for species of this genus. pi: named in reference to the Greek letter π (pi), in allusion to the shape of the dark…
Distribution
This species is known from the Pru Toe-Daeng peat swamps in southern Thailand near the border town of Sungai Golok, and its range also extends into northern Pe…
Habitat
peat swamp forests and associated black water streams, although it does also occur in freshwater swamp forest. The dense canopy of branches above means very li…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 90 ∗ 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 aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates in nature. Captive fish will normally accept dried products once they are recognised as edible, but sho…
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
Adult males grow larger, develop more-extended fins, and have a broader head shape than females.
Reproduction
Paternal mouthbrooder. Ideally organise a separate aquarium for breeding purposes, unless the fish are already being maintained alone. The aquarium should have…
Notes
B. pi is included in the Betta waseri group of closely-related species within the genus, an assemblage within which members share the following combination of …
References
References
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