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Siamese Fighting Fish (Beta Splendens)
Geographical origin: Southeast Asia Habitat: Shallow, overgrown waters; irrigation channels; and flooded rice fields that warm up to 86°F (30°C) Distinguishing feature: Siamese Fighting fish are a member of the Labyrinth fish family. Labyrinth fishes have an auxiliary breathing organ, the so-called labyrinth, which they can use to absorb air. Labyrinth fishes that are prevented from taking air will drown. Characteristics: Because of their ability to breath air Labyrinth fish can survive in polluted water with very little oxygen. The male of the species build bubble nest among plant leaves. The fish takes up air in its mouth , coats it with saliva, and spits the bubbles, which stick together on the surface of the water. They also like to "hover" beneath floating vegatation. Aquarium care: The males do not get along well with each other they will even bite the females to death if they are not yet ready to spawn or are past spawning. You can only keep more than one male in a very large aquarium. Do not house these with known "fin nippers". They have to have enough space to form territories. The aquarium should be densely planted and well lighted. Floating plants will facilitate nest building. Water: Soft to medium hard. Temperature: 23°-27°C; 30°C for breeding. Temperature: 23°-27°C; 30°C for breeding These splendid fish are virtually all individuals. I have never seen a Siamese fighter identical to another, be it shade, fins, colourations whatever! Remember: Only ONE male per tank.
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