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.
