Croaking Dwarf Betta (Betta coccina)
Betta coccina
Origin: Malaysia (Malay Peninsula) and Sumatra, Indonesia
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 30 L
- Lifespan
- 2-4
- Swimming Level
- top
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive; males fight; pairs can be kept together with adequate cover
About
Betta coccina, the Wine Red Betta, is a jewel-like wild betta from the blackwater peat swamps of the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. Its body glows deep wine-red with an iridescent blue-green spot on each flank. A bubble-nesting species; while territorial among males, pairs can coexist in a well-planted, soft, acidic blackwater setup. A favorite among wild betta enthusiasts for its rich coloration.
Care Guide
Requires very soft, extremely acidic blackwater conditions (pH 3.5–6.0) — use RO water with peat or Indian almond leaves. No or minimal filtration; still water preferred. Keep as a pair in a heavily planted nano tank. Feed micro live and frozen foods: daphnia, micro worms, artemia nauplii. Tight lid essential.
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