🐟 Veiltail Betta Fish (Betta splendens)
🐟 Veiltail Betta Fish (Betta splendens)
Freshwater Betta • Solitary Species • Slow-Flow Specialist • Beginner-Friendly
📋 The Veiltail Betta (Betta splendens) is the world’s most iconic betta variety, recognised for its flowing veil-like tail, bold colours, and interactive personality.
These fish are known for their elegant graceful swimming style, especially in calm aquariums with low water flow.
Veiltail Bettas are best kept as solitary fish, as they can be territorial with other bettas and similar-looking species.
Their stunning colors, easy care, and unique behavior make them one of the most popular beginner-friendly freshwater aquarium fish.
💡 Highlights
✨ Graceful Swimming Style: Flowing, elegant fin movement
⚪ Peaceful Yet Territorial: Best kept singly
📏 Slow-Flow Specialist: Prefers gentle water movement
✅ Beginner-Friendly: Hardy and easy to care for
🎨 Vibrant Colouration: Wide variety of bright colours
🧾 A Quick Look at the Veiltail Betta Fish
📛 Common Name: Veiltail Betta
🔬 Scientific Name: Betta splendens
👨👩👧 Family: Osphronemidae
🌍 Origin: Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
📏 Max Size: 6–7 cm (≈ 2.4–2.8″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful but territorial
🏠 Min Tank Size: 15 L (≈ 4 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Top to midwater
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 3–5 years
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore (protein-rich diet)
🐣 Reproduction: Bubble nester

















