{"product_id":"blue-starlight-plakat-betta-betta-splendens-freshwater","title":"Blue Starlight Plakat Betta (Betta splendens)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet this \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Starlight Plakat Betta\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e), a striking male betta showing a shimmering blue body lit with pale, starlight speckling. As a plakat, he carries short, sturdy fins that stay crisp and resist the tearing that long-finned bettas are prone to. Each betta at our shop is an individually selected, one-of-a-kind fish, so the specimen you bring home is the exact one pictured. Browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fish\"\u003elive freshwater fish\u003c\/a\u003e at Squeaky's Aquatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-gallon minimum for a single male, filtered and heated. Bigger tanks stay more stable and show him off better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76 to 82°F. Bettas are tropical, so a steady heater is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 to 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle flow. A sponge filter or low-flow internal filter is ideal, since strong current stresses bettas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live or silk plants, plus a cave or leaf hammock for resting. Avoid sharp or rough decor that can tear delicate fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a lid on the tank, as bettas can jump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 4 years with good care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBlue Starlight Plakat Betta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSelectively bred (native to Southeast Asia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAbout 2.5 in (6 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSemi-aggressive, males housed singly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eMinimum Tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 gallons, filtered and heated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e76 to 82°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e6.5 to 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a male betta and must be the only betta in the tank. Two males will fight, and males should not share a tank with females outside of a controlled breeding setup. In a 10-gallon or larger, well-planted community he can often live peacefully with calm, non-nippy companions such as small rasboras, ember tetras, corydoras catfish, kuhli loaches, nerite snails, and Amano or ghost shrimp. Avoid known fin-nippers like tiger barbs, and avoid other flashy, long-finned fish he may treat as rivals. Always watch new pairings and be ready to separate if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Foods \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed a quality betta staple such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/new-life-spectrum-betta-semi-floating-pellet\"\u003eNew Life Spectrum Betta Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-nutridiet-betta-w-probiotics-30g\"\u003eSeachem NutriDiet Betta with Probiotics\u003c\/a\u003e, with occasional frozen or freeze-dried treats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake tap water safe at every change with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-prime-water-conditioner-100ml\"\u003eSeachem Prime\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold a stable tropical temperature with a reliable heater like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquatop-pisces-25w-nano-aquarium-heater\"\u003eAquatop Pisces 25W Nano Heater\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive him somewhere to rest and hide with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-dark-rock-cave-aquarium-hide-bettas-shrimp-plecos\"\u003eHikari Dark Rock Cave\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a gentle cleanup helper such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/pink-lady-nerite-snail-clithon-sowerbyanum-freshwater-algae-eating-snail\"\u003eNerite Snail\u003c\/a\u003e from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-invertebrates\"\u003efreshwater invertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep two of these males together?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Male bettas are territorial and will fight, so each male needs his own tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes he need a heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Bettas are tropical and need a steady 76 to 82°F, which a small aquarium heater provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size tank does he need?\u003c\/strong\u003e A filtered, heated 5-gallon is the practical minimum. Larger tanks are easier to keep stable and healthier for him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the fish I receive the exact one shown?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Each betta is listed individually, so you take home the specific fish pictured, reserved for you until pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49078970810587,"sku":"8453240","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_433fac6c-ffdb-472a-9d9d-1d0f68b2400b.png?v=1786109429","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-starlight-plakat-betta-betta-splendens-freshwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}