{"product_id":"tricolor-halfmoon-male-betta-betta-splendens","title":"Tricolor Halfmoon Male Betta (Betta splendens)","description":"\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.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eTricolor Halfmoon Male Betta\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e) is a stunning, hand-selected show betta with a full 180-degree halfmoon tail and a vivid three-color wash of blue, red, and iridescent highlights. Bettas are hardy, personable, and among the easiest fish to fall in love with, which makes them a perfect centerpiece for a desktop tank or planted nano. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003efreshwater livestock\u003c\/a\u003e while you are here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background:#E3F2FD;padding:8px 12px;border-radius:4px;font-size:0.93em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you see is what you get.\u003c\/strong\u003e The photo shows the exact betta you will receive. Color and finnage continue to develop as a young betta matures, and shades shift slightly with lighting and mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBettas are a great beginner fish, but the myth that they thrive in tiny unheated bowls is just that, a myth. Give yours a small heated tank and it will reward you with bold color and a long, active life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons or larger, with a lid. Bettas are labyrinth fish that gulp air from the surface, and they are accomplished jumpers, so a cover is a must.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat \u0026amp; flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it at a steady 78 to 82°F with a heater, and use gentle filtration. Strong current tires out a long-finned halfmoon, so baffle the flow if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 6.5 to 7.5, soft to moderate hardness. Stable, clean water with regular partial changes matters more than chasing exact numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live or silk plants and smooth decor with hiding spots. Avoid sharp or rough ornaments that can tear delicate fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e A carnivore. Feed a quality betta pellet as the staple and supplement with frozen or freeze-dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:0.93em;margin:4px 0 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eTricolor Halfmoon Betta, Siamese Fighting Fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;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 #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSex \/ Tail Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMale, Halfmoon (180° tail)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSemi-aggressive, house males alone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAbout 2.5 to 3 in. including fins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 gallons, heated, with a lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e78 to 82°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCarnivore (pellets, frozen foods)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eIn-store pickup only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eTank Mates \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale bettas are territorial and must be kept one to a tank. Never house two males together, and do not keep a male with females outside of a controlled breeding setup. In a 10 gallon or larger planted tank, a male betta can often share space with calm, non-nipping companions such as corydoras catfish, kuhli loaches, ramshorn or nerite snails, and Amano shrimp. Avoid fin-nippers like tiger barbs and some tetras, avoid gouramis, and avoid any flashy, long-finned fish the betta might mistake for a rival. Watch closely when adding tank mates and have a backup plan in case your betta prefers to live solo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Foods \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-betta-ultimate-complete-water-conditioner\"\u003eHikari Betta Ultimate Water Conditioner\u003c\/a\u003e to dechlorinate and protect the slime coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-betta-revive\"\u003eHikari Betta Revive\u003c\/a\u003e to keep on hand for fin and disease care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003efish foods\u003c\/a\u003e for a quality betta pellet, plus all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003efreshwater supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the exact betta I will receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This is a what-you-see-is-what-you-get listing, so you take home the specific fish pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a betta really live in a bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot happily. A heated, filtered 5 gallon tank keeps the water stable and your betta healthy, active, and brightly colored for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep two bettas together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo two males, ever. They will fight. Keep one male per tank, and only pair with peaceful, non-nipping tank mates in a larger planted setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my betta gulp air at the surface?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat is normal. Bettas have a labyrinth organ and breathe air directly, which is exactly why a secure lid is important.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48888844320987,"sku":"FW1-F8051","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_2c12d9ee-c463-4a75-b2f0-9a48324c780b.png?v=1781788179","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/tricolor-halfmoon-male-betta-betta-splendens","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}