In The Aquarium
An aquarium setup plays an essential role in keeping palkat betta healthy. A tank setup must be closely mimicked to their natural habitat. things to consider while putting together a palkat betta fish with other species in the tank.
Tank size
As tropical freshwater fish, they prefer large spaces to live around A 10-gallon fish tank with standard aquarium sizing of 20” length x 10” Width x 12” Height and weighs 111lbs.
They prefer in a large space and also display in small containers. Bettas do best in large
environments; betta is a big-mouthed fish so the best option is to put it on a tank. They will like to live in large spaces; although some betta happily live in small spaces. Compared to male betta female Betta are less aggressive. male can not share the tank with the same species but share the tank with different species.
The first thing is you can say that palkat betta is a fiercey, they are constantly moving around, looking for either prey or fight. A small space makes them unhappy and stressed. The second thing is they are incredibly protective of their space. Provide a large space to fit in.
What to put
Plants
In their natural habitat, they have a lot of plants which help them to hide. You can add a cave as well as other things. The hiding space does not give stress to Betta.
add live plants as well as artificial plants. The plant provides shelter and hiding space for betta as well you can add live plants and caves in the tank to make them resemble their natural habitat you can add sand and substrate at the bottom of the tank. plants supply oxygen to the fish and clean the water. java fern is an ideal option, if you want to add the plant.
Substrate
You can add various types of substrate to look like their natural habitat: some betta like to cover their tank with marble. This add the beauty of the tank abd resemble like their own space.A substrate accumulates waste and changes the water regularly.
Decoration
You can add multiple things to decorate the tank, you can use live plants or artificial plants as well as floating plants as decorating. Add light that schedules like natural.
Accessories
Heater
Bettas come from warm Asian climates so they prefer warm environments to live in. To maintain the proper temperature use the heater. You can add the special heater which is designed for the betta.
Lighting
Palkat betta fish prefer natural lighting, for the growth of the plant. They follow natural lifecycle in
day and night time. Palkat betta work during day time and sleep at night time. At night giant betta prefer darkness for their sleeping. If possible, avoid direct sunlight because of the rising water temperature. Instead of natural light, you can add artificial lighting in the tank.
Ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate:
A high toxin level may kill the bettas. It is important to maintain toxin levels such as Ammonium and nitrate. If the toxins level rises, it causes health issues to betta. Toxin level check once a week and maintain the toxin level in a specific range.
Ideal tank mate
As advice do not put any species with palkat betta. Betta are aggressive in nature but they are compatible with the following species. When you put them in the same tank, you must remember that their water parameters are the same. The species avoids much interaction. So the face-off possibility becomes minimal. Here have some ideal tank mates for palkat betta:
Cory catfish
It is a freshwater catfish that belongs to callichthyidae family and Corydoradinae subfamily. a 10-gallon capability of tank size. The water temperature required between 72 to 79 F (22 to 26
C), the PH value between 6.5 to 7.0. the hardness of water is up to 5 -10 dGH. They prefer a carnivore diet.
Diamond tetras
It is considered one of the most peaceful species in tropical freshwater. They are mostly found in South America. They need 15-20 gallons of water to survive because they live in 6-8 groups. The water temperature required between 75 to 82 F (24 to 28 C), and the PH value between 5.5 to 7.0. The hardness of water is up to 5-12 dGH. They prefer an omnivore diet.
Cherry barbs
Cherry barb is a living in a freshwater that belongs to the cyprinid family. They prefer to live in. a 10 -20 gallon capability of tank size. The water temperature required between 72 to 79 F (22 to 26 C), the PH value between 6.0 to 8.0. The hardness of water is up to 3-18 dGH. They prefer an omnivore diet.
Honey gouramis
They are mostly found in India and Bangladesh.it is one of the slow-water species belonging to the gouramis family. They prefer to live a 10 -20 gallon capability of tank size. The water temperature required between 74 to 82 F (23 to 28 C), the PH value between 6.0 to 8.0. The hardness of water is up to 3-18 dGH. They prefer an omnivore diet.
Do not put betta fish together because of their territorial nature. When you put
the other species with elephant ear betta make sure that they share the same water parameters and food. As well as similar types of habitats. The process of choosing the right betta requires careful consideration. When you choose betta not only shows visual appeal but also has health. A healthy betta has a vibrant color and clear bright eyes.