The betta got its name from an ancient clan of warriors,
called the "Bettah." The fish
were given a combatant name after the fighting fish became popular in the
mid-1800s. In fact, the sport became so
renowned in Thailand that the former King of Siam had it regulated and
taxed! Spectators of the sport based
their bets on the bravery of the fish, rather than the damage inflicted by the
victor.
Bettas, unlike other species, are not schooling fish and
will fight with each other, regardless of gender. Bettas prefer to swim alone and also need a
comfortable place to hide. Aquatic caves
or dense, planted corners work great in making a betta feel safe
Interesting betta facts
* Bettas prefer slightly acidic water (pH 6.5 to 7) and warm
water. Cold water can suppress the
immune system and cause illness.
* Betta's have several different tail shapes - the most
common being the "veil tail."
Other tail shapes include
the "half-moon," "double
tail," "short-finned fighting-style tail" and "crown
tail."
* Bettas normally live 2 - 3 years, but there have been a
few cases of bettas living well into their teens.
* The betta is known
as "plakad" in its native Thailand and has often been referred to as
"The Jewel of the Orient."
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