Characteristics
Famous for its unique tail shape and color. This fish is all about making a statement with its breathtaking appearance and aggressive behavior.
Combtail betta fish's scientific name is betta splendens which is a hybrid version of the veil tail betta and crowntail betta. They acquire the genes of both of them which gives them a mesmerized look.
Best known for his aggression and fighting spirit, a blackwater betta is a freshwater fish native to Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Malaysia region of southeast asia. It is an incredibly popular aquarium pet.
The combtail betta's name is derived from their appearance and its unique shape of caudal fin. These fins are adored with extended fins and lack of webbing. Combtail betta caudal fin enhances up to three times the size of the fish body.
Combtail betta grows up to 2- 3 inches long and requires 3-5 gallon in size. They prefer warm water and temperatures between 76-82 F. They cannot tolerate cold weather. If the weather is cold require a heater to maintain temperature.
Bettas prefer warm water and slightly acidic water (pH 6.5 to 7.5). Cold water can suppress the weaker immune system and cause illnesses such as white spots, velvet, fin rot, and dropsy.
A comb tail betta breaths directly oxygen from the air, thanks to its labyrinth organ. Because of their ability, they can survive sometimes outside the water.
A beautiful and elegant-looking fish is a carnivore. They prefer protein protein-rich diet. They eat common fish food which is live or frozen like bloodworms, mosquito larvae, and earthworms. Sometimes you offer them dried food and frozen food. Bettas have a weak immune system. So, don’t overfed them it leads to bloating and constipation.
Both male and female bettas are aggressive, male betta are more territorial than female betta. They are friendly only compatible species. Males build a bubble nest on the surface of water. The fish spawn with the males building bubble nests, after which they protect the eggs and raise the young. After the spawn male betta repairs the bubble nest.
The biggest threat to betta is pollution from urban wastewater, as well as agricultural and industrial development. Much of their natural habitat has been destroyed by human activity which is chemical and refinery plantation or industrial development.
