(JA)Royal Blue Ohm Betta Male (From Thailand)

Description

Description

Royal Blue Ohm Betta (From Thailand)

(Betta splendens – OHM Line: One Heart Magic)

📌 Basic Info

  • Scientific Name: Betta splendens (OHM – One Heart Magic Line)

  • Common Name: Royal Blue Ohm Betta

  • Size: ~2.5 – 3 inches (6 – 7.5 cm)

  • Lifespan: 3 – 5 years (with good care)

  • Tank Zone: Mostly 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

  • Originated from Thailand, developed under the OHM (One Heart Magic) line.

  • Displays a striking, deep royal blue coloration covering body and fins.

  • Large, wide tail spread – hallmark of the OHM line.

  • Labyrinth fish – can breathe surface air.

  • Active, bold, and flares beautifully when displaying.

  • Hardy but requires stable, clean water for fin health.

🍽 Food

  • Type: Carnivorous (micro-predator)

  • Diet: High-quality betta pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae.

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small amounts (avoid overfeeding).

🛠 Maintenance

  • Weekly water changes: 20–30% (to prevent fin rot and color fading).

  • Gentle filtration with minimal current.

  • Provide plants, caves, or leaf hammocks for resting.

  • Heater required to maintain consistent tropical temperature.

🤝 Social Behavior

  • Minimum Group Size: Single (especially males – territorial and aggressive).

  • Tank Mates: Peaceful, non-fin-nipping species such as corydoras, kuhli loaches, small rasboras, nerite snails, and shrimp (with caution).

  • Avoid: Other male bettas, aggressive fish, or fin-nipping species like tiger barbs or guppies.

✅ Do’s

  • Keep in at least a 10–15L tank (larger is better).

  • Maintain stable warm water conditions.

  • Add live or silk plants for natural environment.

  • Provide a protein-rich, varied diet.

❌ Don’ts

  • Don’t keep two males together.

  • Don’t house with aggressive or fin-nipping tankmates.

  • Don’t neglect water changes – dirty water damages fins.

  • Don’t overfeed (causes bloating and water pollution).

⚡ Quick Tips

  • A premium Thai betta variety, highly prized in the OHM (One Heart Magic) line.

  • Best kept solo as a show fish.

  • Stunning centerpiece for planted nano aquariums.

  • Popular choice for collectors and competitive shows