Betta Edithae | Wild Type Bettas

The only one in it's group, Betta Edithae Complex.

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

Another mouthbrooder type betta originating from South Kalimantan in Indonesia. These can be maintained in a pair or a group. Males are generally larger with more iridescent on the body. A second photo shows one snacking on a crane fly that got a little too close. This betta appears to be very peaceful and can be kept in groups.

Basic Information

Temperament: Peaceful. Can be kept in pairs or a group.

Max Size: 2.3 inches

TDS: 60 - 200 (We keep them in soft water with low TDS to match our other wild bettas but they are more tolerant of water conditions.)

pH: 6.5 - 7.5

Temperature : 75-85 (much better coloration at warmer temperature above 78 degrees)

Diet: Carnivorous, we currently feed them live blackworms, frozen bloodworms and pellets.