What is the most common fighting fish?

What is the most common fighting fish?

Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are very common with beginner aquarists. They are small and colorful fish with striking personalities. They have been cross-bred over years creating the most amazing colorations and tail variations.

How many types of fighting fish are there in the world?

Betta fish are among the most popular and beautiful pet fish in the world, but that wasn’t always so. The genus Betta contains more than 73 recognized species, but the fish most people are familiar with is Betta splendens, or Siamese Fighting Fish.

What are those fighting fish called?

While you may see bettas referred to as “Siamese fighting fish” or “labyrinth fish,” their scientific name is Betta splendens. No matter what they’re called, these fish are sensitive and complex individuals who suffer greatly when exploited in the pet trade.

Can you put 2 betta fish together?

Can two betta fish live together? Yes. You can keep two bettas together, provided they are not both male. Keeping two males together will surely end in a fight to the death.

How do I know what type of betta I have?

Examine the short length a Betta fish’s tail. One simple way to identify a Betta fish is by the length of its tail. Short tails are common in wild type Bettas, as well as Bettas that are bred to fight. Short-finned Bettas, which are also called Plakats, are sometimes bred to have D-shaped tails.

Why is my blue betta turning red?

Does stress make my betta fish change color? Yes, stress is one of the primary causes of color changes in betta fish. Just as people change colors under stressful situations, like turning white as a ghost when shocked or sporting a bright red face while angry, your betta fish reacts in a very similar way.

What is a Nemo betta?

The Koi Nemo Plakat Betta (Betta splendens “Koi Nemo Plakat) is a very high-grade coloration fish of the ever-popular plakat body and fin variety. Specimens of this fish boast a variable mix of most colors and often display 5 or more colors on one fish!