From the Betta Albimarginata Complex. IUCN Red List: Endangered (Very high risk of becoming extinct in the wild) Wild caught Betta Channoides from Samarinda. The Channoides have a more robust body than the Albimarginata and is more red, whereas the Albimarginata can be more of a burgundy to orange color. The easiest way to differentiate them is that the dorsal fin on the Channoides is all red with no black. Basic Information Temperament: Somewhat territorial, but can be kept in groups as long as there’s enough space. We recommend a pair per 5 gallons of water. Maximum Size: 2 inches. Diet: Currently feeding on live foods but can be trained to eat frozen and dried foods. TDS ~ 60 - 100 (can tolerate high tds water but prefer low tds water) pH ~ 6.0 -7.0 (prefer softer water) Temperature: 75 - 85F (prefer cooler temp, but higher temp induce coloration and breeding behaviors) Diet: Carnivorous, we currently feed them blackworms, frozen bloodworms and pellets. Breeding: Mouthbrooder
