Betta (Regan, 1910)
| Scientific Name | Betta splendens |
| Diet | Carnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. |
| Alt Common Name | Siamese Fighting Fish |
| Family | Osphronemidae |
| Origin | Asia: Thailand |
| Aquarist Level | Beginner |
| Community Aquarium Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Varies greatly |
| Disposition | Peaceful, but two males placed together will fight. |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Angelfish, Catfish, Danios, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches,Minnows, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Tetras. |
| Mature Size | 2.5 inches. |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 1 gallon |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Males display much more brilliant colors and much longer finnage. |