Characteristics
Samurai betta is one of the popular aquarium fish which is highly demanded because of its limited population.
Samurai betta fish also known as Siamese fighting fish are water fish discovered to southeast Asia, especially Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Till now 73 betta species have been discovered, and all these species are acquired from the betta splendens. It is one of them. Till now a total of 37 varieties of Siamese fighting fish have been discovered. All have different colors, shades, tails, and fins. Via selective breeding, you can create beautiful specimens.
This betta has a strong body and a rounded short fin. Females have shorter fins than males. A mature female betta is smaller than a male. They grow 2.5 to 3 inches (6-7 cm) and the average lifespan is 2-3 years.
They inhale oxygen from the air because of the special organ which is the labyrinth organ. They act like human lungs, allowing them to survive polluted water.
male samurai betta have more bright and vibrant colors than females. Males are more attractive than women. When the female samurai betta are ready to mate they develop vertical spots on their body. a female betta has an egg spot between the anal and ventral fin, which is known as an ovipositor, it is used to lay eggs.
The water parameter is also considerable; the temperature ranges between 76 – 82F. The ideal water PH value is 6 – 7.5. A filter requires 25% of water in a week as well as a weekly change of water required. manage the level of ammonia, nitrix, and other toxins.
Samurai betta are carnivorous. So they can eat both foods which are meaty or vegetable leaves. You can also offer them freeze-dried food or frozen foods. The samurai betta is famous for its aggressive nature. Avoid putting two bettas together; they end up injured or killed.
The most common health problem of samurai bettas is illness related to water quality; this can include ich, fungal infection, and bacterial infection. To keep our betta healthy, closely monitor water parameters and regularly change water to ensure no problem arises.
