Description
TDouble Colour Fancy Betta (From Thailand)
(Betta splendens – Fancy Line)
📌 Basic Info
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Scientific Name: Betta splendens (Fancy Line – Double Colour)
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Common Name: Double Colour 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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Selectively bred in Thailand as part of the Fancy Betta line.
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Features a clear two-tone color pattern on body and fins (example: blue + red, black + yellow, or white + red).
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Each color section is usually well-defined, giving a sharp contrast effect.
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Wide tail spread and flowing fins make it a striking show betta.
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Known for active displays, frequent flaring, and elegant swimming behavior.
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Labyrinth fish – breathes air directly from the surface.
🍽 Food
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Type: Carnivorous (micro-predator)
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Diet: Premium 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% to maintain clean, healthy water.
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Gentle filtration (bettas dislike strong currents).
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Heater required for stable tropical water temperature.
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Provide plants, betta hammocks, and hiding spaces for comfort.
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Good lighting enhances the two-tone contrast.
🤝 Social Behavior
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Minimum Group Size: Single (males are territorial).
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Tank Mates: Peaceful, calm species such as corydoras, rasboras, kuhli loaches, shrimps (with caution), and snails.
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Avoid: Other male bettas, aggressive fish, and fin-nippers like tiger barbs.
✅ Do’s
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Provide at least 10–15L of tank space.
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Keep water clean and stable.
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Use soft lighting to highlight color contrast.
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Feed a protein-rich, varied diet.
❌ Don’ts
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Don’t keep two males in the same tank.
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Don’t skip water maintenance – poor water dulls colors.
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Don’t overfeed – bettas have small stomachs.
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Don’t house with aggressive or fast-moving tankmates.
⚡ Quick Tips
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A beautiful Thai Fancy Betta variety loved for its dual-tone color pattern.
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Colors vary widely, making each fish unique and collectible.
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Ideal as a solo display betta in a nano or aquascaped tank.
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A favorite among both beginner and experienced betta keepers.