Betta Smaragdina Copper hybrid - BWA | Rare Bettas

From the Betta Splenden Complex.

IUCN Red List: N/A

BWA - Bred by us at Blackwater Aquatics

A copper variation of the Betta smaragdina. Betta smaragdinas originated in north central and north eastern thailand. They are known for their snake like scaling. They come from still water ponds and marshes which can often be quite clear. Unlike other splendens the habitat they come from can be quite harsh so they are able to tolerate lower temperature for a short period of time making them quite hardy and a great begginer fish. The copper coloration comes from the mutation of the iridescence color layer being gentically steel blue with double metalic genes.

Iridescence layer: blbl

Metallic layer: ++

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Basic Information

Temperament: Males are VERY aggressive and should be kept alone or in tanks with non-male betta mates. Can be kept in a planted community tank of multiple females if there is adequate space.

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: 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.

Breeding: Bubblenester