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Name
Scientific name
Betta simplex
Described by
Authority Kottelat, Year 1994
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 11 credited
Summary
Betta simplex is a mouthbrooding labyrinth fish known only from Krabi province in southern (peninsular) Thailand. Its habitats lie in a kar…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
60mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 60 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 20–28°C, pH 7–8
Hardness
3–12dGH
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
Betta: from ikan betah, the vernacular Malay for species of this genus. simplex: from the Latin simplex, meaning 'simple, plain'.
Distribution
Known only from Krabi province, southern (peninsular) Thailand. Several populations exist, including one close to Ao Luek that has appeared in the aquarium hob…
Habitat
This species' habitats are located in a karstic area and contain neutral to alkaline water with a pH of 7.0-7.4. The type locality consists of a series of deep…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base measurements of 60 ∗ 30 cm should be the minimum considered but is suitable for a pair or small group.
Maintenance
This species does best in a well-planted, shady aquarium with plenty of surface cover in the form of tall stem plants, floating types such as Salvinia or Ricci…
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
Males grow larger, possess a greater extent of iridescent scaling on the head, a broader head shape, and more extended fins 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. simplex is included in the Betta picta group/complex of closely-related species within the genus, an assemblage comprising species with the following shared…
References
References
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