Species Care
BETTA COCCINA - GREEN SPOT BETTA
Betta coccina
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 5-6 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, can be territorial to own kind.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-26 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.0-7.0
- General Hardness: Soft
Range: Indonesia: Sumatra
Reproduction: Builds a submerged bubble nest in a cave-like structure or under a large plant leaf. The male guards the eggs and fry until they are free swimming.
Feeding: Carnivorous, will accept dry foods, but prefers live or frozen foods.
Additional Comments: Best kept in a single species tank or with tetras etc. Provide hiding places such as plant thickets and driftwood. Males start to show their full colour when fully settled into their aquarium. Please note most wild Betta's are expert jumpers so use a tight-fitting cover!
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