Description
Male Betta Fish – Stunning, Colorful Fighters with Personality
Bring a burst of color and energy to your aquarium with the Male Betta Fish (Betta splendens), a popular and vibrant freshwater species that never fails to captivate. Known for their stunning, flowing fins and wide range of dazzling colors, Male Bettas are one of the most striking and highly sought-after aquarium fish.
Male Betta Fish are renowned for their dramatic appearance, with vibrant colors that range from deep blues and reds to iridescent greens and purples. Their long, flowing fins, particularly their tail, come in a variety of shapes, including veil tail, crowntail, and halfmoon, making each betta truly unique. In addition to their beauty, they have a strong, curious personality that adds dynamic energy to your tank.
While Male Bettas are highly territorial and should not be kept with other males, they can live peacefully with certain other species in a well-planted, community aquarium. Due to their aggressive nature towards other males and fin-nipping behavior in some species, it’s important to house them with compatible tankmates, such as peaceful fish or in a species-only tank for optimal well-being.
Key Features:
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Vivid Coloration: Known for their intense and varied colors, ranging from vibrant reds, blues, and purples to shimmering metallic hues
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Dramatic Fins: Stunning flowing fins in multiple shapes, such as veil tail, crowntail, and halfmoon, making each Male Betta visually unique
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Bold Personality: Male Bettas have a strong, curious nature, often displaying "flaring" behavior when they encounter other fish, adding an exciting element to your aquarium
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Territorial but Stunning: Male Bettas should be housed alone or with compatible, non-aggressive species due to their territorial behavior towards other males
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Easy to Care For: Despite their fierce reputation, Male Bettas are relatively easy to care for, making them perfect for beginner and seasoned aquarium enthusiasts
Care Guidelines:
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Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons (10 gallons preferred for a more stable environment)
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Water Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
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pH Range: 6.5–7.5
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Diet: Omnivorous – enjoy a varied diet of high-quality betta pellets, frozen or live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), and occasional plant matter
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Lifespan: 3–5 years with proper care
Tip: Male Bettas are best housed alone or with other peaceful species that won’t provoke them. They thrive in tanks with plants, caves, and other hiding spots, allowing them to feel secure. Since they are labyrinth fish, Male Bettas can breathe surface air, so make sure the tank has enough surface area for them to reach the top. To bring out their true colors and personality, provide them with regular feeding and an enriching environment with room to swim.
With their bold, beautiful appearance and dynamic behavior, Male Betta Fish are a captivating addition to any aquarium. Whether displayed in a species-only tank or part of a peaceful community, they’re sure to be the focal point of your tank.
Click & Collect
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Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
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🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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