Brown's Betta (Betta brownorum)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameBetta brownorum
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asBrownorum Betta, Red Dot Betta
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Adult size1.2 in
Minimum tank size5 gallons
Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 4.0-6.5, GH 0-5 dGH
Appearance
One of the smallest bettas, deep red with a bright iridescent green flank spot in displaying males.
Difficulty and care for the Brown's Betta
Hard
Origin and habitat
Sarawak (Borneo) and Sumatra
Keeper notes
Tiny, peaceful coccina-group bubble-nester; species tank only with soft acidic blackwater. Very small and easily outcompeted.
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