Origins and Classification
- Scientific Name: Betta splendens (Cambodian Crowntail variety)
- Family: Osphronemidae (Gouramis and Labyrinth Fish)
- Origin: Native to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, originally inhabiting rice paddies, streams, and shallow ponds.
- Popularity: A stunning and unique selectively bred Betta strain, known for its elegant crown-like fin rays and signature two-tone coloration — a pale body contrasted by vibrant fins.
🎨 Appearance
- Color: Creamy or flesh-colored body with bright red, blue, or turquoise fins (depending on the strain).
- Structure:
- Distinct spiky fins where webbing is reduced between rays — the hallmark of Crowntails.
- Males display longer, more elaborate fins; females are shorter and rounder.
- Size: Average 2.5–3 inches (6–8 cm).
- Lifespan: Typically 3–5 years, longer with proper care and stable water conditions.
🏡 Tank Requirements
- Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons per Betta.
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Hardness: 5–15 dGH
- Lighting: Moderate; highlights their fin structure and color.
- Substrate: Fine gravel or sand with smooth decorations.
- Habitat Setup:
- Add live or silk plants (Anubias, Java Fern, Floating plants) for shade and comfort.
- Avoid strong filtration — Bettas prefer calm waters.
- Keep a lid or cover, as Bettas can jump.
