Koi Plakat Betta (Betta splendens) is a beautiful variation of the regular Plakat betta with short fins and distinct hues that just WOW!
They really look like they have been flecked with paint!
These tropical fish possess a sharp temper and are very territorial by nature. However, with the proper environment and care, they can make lovely and gratifying pets.
You can set up a community tank, but you'll need to leave plenty of room for these fish to develop a territory. Tankmates should have calm demeanors and shorter fins to avoid agitating the Betta Koi. To alleviate stress in the communal aquarium, provide many of hiding spots.
Never add more than one Male betta to a tank!
Care Parameters:
- Ideal Temps: 75-80f
- PH: 6.5-7.5
- GH: 70- 300 ppm
- Temperament: Aggressive (should NOT be housed with other bettas)
- Due to their Marble genes, Bettas change colors through out their life!
- These are young males, and fins are not fully developed yet
- 2" Purchase size
These are not your sad little pet shop Bettas stuck in a cup of stagnant water. Mine are kept in their own space with shelter, leaf litter for tannins, and Live plants. They are fed Baby brine shrimp, tubifex worms, frozen foods, flakes and pellets to get them used to a variety. Gotta grow those tails!
It has to be said: Betta fish do not belong in anything smaller than three gallons of water volume. They need room!
It is also much harder to maintain the water quality in such a small space. Give the poor thing at least five gallons!
** Photos are representative of the coloration I have, as closely as I can manage, they are not usually the actual fish you may receive ***
Customer Reviews
The little dude arrived 3 days after ordering in good health. No signs of sickness or stress, full of color and energy out of the box. Cass & crew did their best to accommodate my color requests, I'm not disappointed with what I received. (My camera is a potato, don't let the photo put you off.)
