(LCC)Dark Blue Crowntail Betta Male (From Thailand)

Description

Dark Blue Crowntail Betta Male (From Thailand)

(Betta splendens – Crowntail Line)

📌 Basic Info

• Scientific Name: Betta splendens (Crowntail)

• Common Name: Dark Blue Crowntail Betta Male

• 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

• Originated from Thailand, bred as part of the Crowntail Betta line.

• Features a deep dark blue body and fins, giving a bold, elegant appearance.

• Distinctive spiky, fringed fins create the signature “crown” effect, especially when flaring.

• Active and aggressive, typical of male bettas.

• Labyrinth fish – can breathe atmospheric oxygen.

• Popular in show tanks and competitions for its striking dark coloration and fin display.

🍽 Food

• Type: Carnivorous (micro-predator)

• Diet: Premium betta pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae.

• Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily, small portions.

🛠 Maintenance

• Weekly water changes: 20–30% to maintain clean water and vibrant colors.

• Gentle filtration – avoid strong currents that can damage fins.

• Provide plants, driftwood, and resting leaves for comfort.

• Heater required to maintain stable tropical temperature.

🤝 Social Behavior

• Minimum Group Size: Single (males are highly territorial).

• Tank Mates: Peaceful species like rasboras, corydoras, kuhli loaches, shrimps (with caution), and snails.

• Avoid: Other male bettas, fin-nipping species, and aggressive fish.

✅ Do’s

• Keep in a minimum 10–15L tank (larger tanks recommended).

• Maintain warm, stable water for vibrant color and fin health.

• Feed a protein-rich, varied diet for strong coloration.

• Use soft lighting to highlight dark blue body and crown fins.

❌ Don’ts

• Don’t house multiple males together.

• Don’t let water quality drop – dirty water dulls color and harms fins.

• Don’t overfeed – bettas are prone to bloating.

• Don’t keep with aggressive or fin-nipping species.

⚡ Quick Tips

• A premium Thai Crowntail Betta admired for its deep dark blue coloration and spiky crown fins.

• Ideal as a solo display fish in nano or medium aquariums.

• Flairs beautifully, making it perfect for show and competition tanks.

• Elegant, striking, and a favorite among collectors.