Males grow up to 2. Females generally have smaller fins, particularly the anal and dorsal fins. The tail fin is a bit thinner too. Plakat bettas of both sexes have short fins, so it is easy to mistake them for normal female bettas.
This is a small hole where the ovipositor tube can release eggs while mating. It is located on the underside of the body between the fins and tail. Female bettas can be found in the same colors as males blues, purples, reds, Koi , etc. There are many different types of bettas such as crowntail bettas , but the differences between them are most evident in males since it is usually the fins that differ.
There are some variations that boast colorful males and females though. Females can change the intensity of their colorations depending on their mood. For example, they get darker during the mating season.
The brightest displays are seen in the wild when the females are trying to assert their dominance over each other to establish a social hierarchy. The reduced fins and colors are a large contributor to why females are less common, but they are still very attractive fish. In the wild, these fish are found throughout Asia, so we must look to their habitats here when trying to design the perfect aquarium.
Bettas are hardy and can tolerate poor water conditions. Both sexes have the same preferences when designing your tank. We will talk through how to recreate their natural conditions, to keep them happy and healthy. Sand is always a safe option to use as a substrate. It has fine grains which makes it less likely to scratch if your fish started to dig or eat from the bottom of the tank.
Add groups of plants in different areas of the tank, these will each act as separate territories and help to oxygenate the water. Making caves out of rocks and other decorations can help with this as well. You also get the option of whether to plant it or float it on the surface.
Make sure not to block too much of the surface with plants. Bettas use the surface for many things, like breeding, breathing, and feeding. A filter is essential for keeping the water clean. You will need a heater too. A single female Betta needs a tank of at least 10 gallons. Keeping them as part of a community will require a bigger tank. If you plan to keep a sorority of females, each additional fish will need an extra 5 gallons.
The more space you can give them, the less likely they will be to fight. Female bettas can work well in a peaceful community if you choose appropriate betta tank mates. Small shoaling fish are great options. Since they stick in a group, one individual is unlikely to be picked on repeatedly. They can usually dart away quickly if they need to escape too.
Avoid territorial species like Oscars as they will start fighting with your Bettas for space. Do not pick colorful species that vaguely resemble male Bettas either; they will stress your females. It should be safe to add some invertebrates. It is very interesting to watch the varied behaviors of Ghost Shrimp or Mystery Snails. Compatibility can be a problem with this species so be observant for a few days after adding new fish to your tank.
If fights keep breaking out, then you may have to separate the culprits. You can keep females together, unlike males. Males would fight often and violently , which would probably lead to death. Females can be aggressive too, and will fight, but they tend to be calmer. A sorority contains roughly individuals. This requires a larger tank, to cater for the extra tank mates. You will also need to separate different sections of your aquarium with decorations and plants, to form distinct territories for each fish.
These fish are carnivores and need a lot of protein to stay strong and healthy. In the wild their diet would contain a mix of insect larvae, small crustaceans, and plankton. This is the same for both sexes. Live and frozen foods are an easy way to replicate this at home. She will typically be smaller than the male betta fish. Sorority Unlike male betta fish, female betta fish can live together comfortably in the same tank.
When they live together, the cohort is called a 'sorority'. Generally, a good number to keep together is female betta fish. They enjoy having their own personal space, meaning that they should have enough foliage to hide in when they want to be alone. Often, plants or aquarium decorations can serve as good hiding places for betta fish. If introducing a female betta to another type of fish, do so one at a time so the betta has an opportunity to engage and get to know each fish.
It is seldom obvious what sex a betta fish is when first buying it from a pet shop. Once they start to mature, they begin to display telltale signs of their sex. Female betta fish have what is called an ovipositor, which is located near the head and ventral fin. The ovipositor is responsible for releasing eggs when it is time to reproduce, so only females have it. It looks like a small, white dot.
Also, male betta fish are usually thinner and longer than females when fully grown. It is best to prepare a second tank for any new fish that you plan to introduce to your female betta tank. If any quarreling turns into fighting, you will need to remove the new fish from the betta tank and relocate them to the second tank.
Make sure that you transfer some of the water from your main tank to your temporary tank, then fill both tanks up with fresh water. Place the new fish in the holding tank for about a day so they can get used to the water and environment. This way, they will not go into shock when you introduce them to the permanent habitat or if you must return the fish to the holding tank due to fighting.
Squabbling and quarreling should be expected, but if serious fighting occurs within 48 hours, remove the new fish from the environment right away. After about 48 hours, you should see the new fish start to get comfortable with their role in the habitat, and your betta fish should seem comfortable with the new fish living there.
Betta fish are fascinating to watch, but they should never be used as fighting fish.
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