{"product_id":"super-delta-betta","title":"Super Delta Male Betta (Betta splendens)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Georgia,serif;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#E3F2FD;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your order is reserved, we hold off on bagging until you arrive so it stays healthy in its display tank.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Super Delta Betta (\u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e) brings a broad, flowing tail and an inquisitive personality to a calm freshwater aquarium. Its tail opens wider than a standard Delta but falls short of the full 180 degree spread of a Halfmoon. This listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone male in assorted colors\u003c\/strong\u003e. The image represents the variety; individual color and pattern will vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer another look? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/male-betta-assorted-colors-betta-splendens-freshwater\"\u003eassorted male bettas\u003c\/a\u003e as an alternative for a separate aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1E88E5;border-bottom:2px solid #BBDEFB;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a cycled aquarium of at least 5 gallons with a heater, gentle filtration and a secure lid. Live plants, smooth shelters and resting leaves near the surface give the fish places to explore and rest. Leave clear access to the surface for breathing, and avoid sharp decorations that can snag long fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep temperature and water chemistry steady. Test water regularly, maintain zero ammonia and nitrite, and use partial water changes to control nitrate. Feed small portions of a quality betta pellet once or twice daily, removing leftovers. Offer thawed bloodworms or brine shrimp occasionally for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1E88E5;border-bottom:2px solid #BBDEFB;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eSuper Delta, male, assorted colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSale unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eOne fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eAbout 3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e5 gallons for one male; larger for suitable tankmates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e76 to 82°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e6.5 to 7.5; stable conditions are important\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eTerritorial; keep male bettas separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eCaptive bred domestic variety of a Southeast Asian species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px;\"\u003eIn-store pickup only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1E88E5;border-bottom:2px solid #BBDEFB;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated aquarium is the simplest choice. Never house two male bettas together, and do not keep a male and female together as a routine pair. Some individuals tolerate peaceful tankmates in a larger, well planted aquarium, but avoid fin nippers, other bettas and flashy long finned fish. Small shrimp may be eaten. Always have a separation plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1E88E5;border-bottom:2px solid #BBDEFB;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eRecommended Foods \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-betta-bio-gold\"\u003eHikari Betta Bio-Gold\u003c\/a\u003e provides a small pellet made for bettas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fritz-betta-guard-2oz\"\u003eFritz Betta Guard\u003c\/a\u003e prepares tap water for a betta aquarium; follow label directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1E88E5;border-bottom:2px solid #BBDEFB;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I receive the fish pictured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is an assorted variety listing, not WYSIWYG. Colors and individual appearance vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many fish are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne male Super Delta Betta per purchase. Males need separate housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a betta need a heater and filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A heated, gently filtered aquarium with stable, clean water supports long term health. An unheated bowl is not a suitable permanent home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a Halfmoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A Super Delta has a wide fan shaped tail that does not reach the full Halfmoon spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50595068838107,"sku":"FW1-F5514","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/6ac6d9ae98f1614bf4c1e9b2_d173c7cb-897a-4245-aa84-6ce415d3a98c_0_hq_Tq5o3.png?v=1791416879","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/super-delta-betta","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}