Description
Yellow Dragon Fancy Betta (From Thailand)
(Betta splendens – Fancy Line)
📌 Basic Info
Scientific Name: Betta splendens (Fancy Line – Yellow Dragon)
Common Name: Yellow Dragon Fancy Betta
Size: ~2.5 – 3 inches (6 – 7.5 cm)
Lifespan: 3 – 5 years (with proper care)
Tank Zone: Surface to mid-level
🌊 Water Parameters
TDS: 100 – 200 ppm
pH: 6.0 – 7.2
Temperature: 25°C – 28°C (77°F – 82°F)
Water Type: Freshwater (soft, stable conditions)
Hardness: GH 3–6, KH 2–4
✨ Characteristics
Bred in Thailand, part of the Fancy Dragon Betta line.
Recognized by its metallic dragon-like scales on the body combined with bright yellow fins.
Scales often appear white, silver, or golden, giving an armored look.
Color contrast of shiny dragon scaling with golden-yellow fins makes it a rare and stunning betta variety.
Very active, flares beautifully, and makes an excellent display fish.
Labyrinth fish – can breathe directly from the air.
🍽 Food
Type: Carnivorous (micro-predator)
Diet: High-quality betta pellets, frozen/freeze-dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae.
Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily, in small amounts.
🛠 Maintenance
Weekly water changes: 20–30% (keeps scales and fins in top condition).
Use gentle filtration (avoid strong currents).
Provide live plants, driftwood, and hiding spaces.
Heater required to maintain tropical water temperatures.
Dark backgrounds enhance metallic scales and bright yellow fins.
🤝 Social Behavior
Minimum Group Size: Single (males are aggressive and territorial).
Tank Mates: Peaceful, non-fin-nipping fish like corydoras, kuhli loaches, rasboras, small snails, and shrimps (with caution).
Avoid: Other male bettas, aggressive fish, or fin-nipping species like tiger barbs.
✅ Do’s
Keep in tanks of at least 10–15L (larger is better).
Maintain clean, stable water conditions.
Feed protein-rich foods for bright fin coloration.
Provide soft lighting to highlight metallic dragon scales.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t house two males together.
Don’t expose to sudden water parameter changes.
Don’t overfeed – prone to bloating and digestive issues.
Don’t keep with aggressive or fast-moving tankmates.
⚡ Quick Tips
A rare Thai Dragon Betta variety, admired for its golden-yellow fins and shiny dragon-like body armor.
Highly prized among collectors and betta enthusiasts.
Best kept as a solo showpiece betta in decorated nano tanks.
Perfect for hobbyists seeking a unique, premium Fancy Betta.
