Betta Taeniata | Wild Type Bettas

Listed in the IBC as part of Betta Picta Complex.

IUCN Red List: Unknown

Betta Taeniata can be found in still pools next to rivers. This betta has a grayish brown body with blue iridescent on the fins. The male will have iridescent blue cheeks as well.

Photo is from a google search until we can get our own photos.

Basic Information

Temperament: Fairly peaceful and can be kept in groups. Males will show off and flare at each other from time to time but no real harm is done. We recommend a pair per 5 gallon tank.

Max Size: 2.2 inches

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

pH: 5.0 - 7.0

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

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