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Name
Scientific name
Betta taeniata
Described by
Authority Regan, Year 1910
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 11 credited
Summary
Betta taeniata is a mouthbrooding labyrinth fish endemic to Borneo, known from southern Sarawak in Malaysia and northern West Kalimantan in…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
55mm, 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 5–7
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
Indonesia, Malaysia, Borneo, Borneo, Kapuas
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to Borneo where it's been collected at various localities in southern Sarawak state, Malaysia, and northern Kalimantan Barat (West Kalimantan) province…
Habitat
Usually associated with clear, flowing hill streams where it can be found in quiet marginal zones and still pools that typically contain a mixture of leaf litt…
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. taeniata is included in the Betta picta group/complex of closely-related species within the genus, an assemblage comprising species with the following share…
References
References
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