In The Wild
Date Classified:
1878
Native Location:
Mahachai-Ban Paow area near Bangkok in Samut Sakom Province of central Thailand
Environment:
Coastal swamps
Food:
Insects, larvae
Water pH:
7.8
In Aquaria
Physical Appearance:
- Dark blue-green
Finnage:
- One caudal fin
- One dorsal fin
- Two pelvic fins
- One anal fin
- Two pectoral fins
Size:
2-3 inches in length
Feeding in Captivity:
- Live/frozen foods
- Brine shrimp
- Bloodworms
- Dried and/or flaked foods
- Might accept Betta pellets
Water and Hardness:
Enjoys a bit of salt added to the water and slightly hard although this species will tolerate most types of water
Water Temperature:
78-80 degrees Fahrenheit
Water pH:
At least 7 but up to 7.8 is preferred
Breeding:
Easier to breed if salt is added to the aquarium water.