(J)Solid Red Ohm Betta Male (From Thailand)

Description

Description

Solid Red Ohm Betta (From Thailand)

(Betta splendens – OHM Line: One Heart Magic)

📌 Basic Info

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

  • Common Name: Solid Red 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, selectively bred for the Solid Red Ohm line.

  • OHM = One Heart Magic – a Thai-developed betta line focused on beauty and strong finnage.

  • Vibrant solid deep red body and fins.

  • Labyrinth fish – can breathe atmospheric air.

  • Known for strong fins, elegant spread, and active display.

  • Hardy but prone to stress in poor water quality.

🍽 Food

  • Type: Carnivorous (micro-predator)

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

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily, small portions (avoid overfeeding).

🛠 Maintenance

  • Weekly water changes: 20–30% (clean water prevents fin rot).

  • Gentle filtration (bettas dislike strong currents).

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

  • Heater is essential for stable tropical temperature.

🤝 Social Behavior

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

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

  • Avoid: Other male bettas, fin-nippers (tiger barbs, guppies), aggressive fish.

✅ Do’s

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

  • Provide gentle filtration and stable warm temperature.

  • Feed a varied, protein-rich diet.

  • Add live or silk plants for enrichment.

❌ Don’ts

  • Don’t keep two male bettas together.

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

  • Don’t expose to cold or fluctuating temperatures.

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

⚡ Quick Tips

  • One of the most striking Thai betta varieties.

  • Best kept solo as a show fish.

  • OHM (One Heart Magic) line is highly prized among collectors.

  • Great for planted nano aquariums with a calm setup.