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Name
Scientific name
Betta renata
Described by
Authority Tan, Year 1998
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
Betta renata is a mouthbrooding labyrinth fish from forest peat swamps in Jambi, South Sumatra and Riau provinces on Sumatra, Indonesia. A …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
85mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 90 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–27°C, pH 4–6
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
Indonesia, Sumatra, Indragiri
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
The type specimens were collected close to the settlement of Rantau Panjang in Jambi province on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Other collections have occur…
Habitat
Known only from forest peat swamps and associated blackwater streams. These ancient biotopes are usually found in areas of rainforest, the dense canopy of bran…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 90 ∗ 30 cm could house 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
Adult males are more colourful, develop more-extended fins and have a broader head shape 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
This species is included in the Betta waseri group/complex of closely-related species within the genus, an assemblage which also includes a handful of potentia…
References
References
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