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