{"product_id":"betta-imbellis-betta-imbellis-tank-bred","title":"Betta imbellis (Betta imbellis) – Tank Bred","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vi2wbg\" data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"79\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eOften referred to as the Peaceful Betta, \u003cem data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eBetta imbellis\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most fascinating members of the wild betta complex. Unlike the familiar Siamese Fighting Fish (\u003cem data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e), Betta imbellis is known for its remarkably peaceful disposition, allowing groups to be maintained together under the proper conditions. Their iridescent blue-green scales, deep crimson fins, and metallic highlights create a stunning display while preserving the natural beauty that has made wild bettas increasingly popular among aquarium enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eThe Betta imbellis offered by Aquatic Arts are available as both \u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eTank Bred\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eUSA Bred\u003c\/strong\u003e specimens. Both are raised entirely in captivity and readily adapt to aquarium life, making them excellent choices for hobbyists interested in keeping natural betta species. Tank-bred fish are produced by trusted professional breeders, while our USA Bred specimens are domestically bred within the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eOne of the characteristics that makes Betta imbellis truly unique is their ability to live socially. Rather than requiring individual housing like most domesticated fighting fish, Betta imbellis can often be maintained in peaceful shoals when provided with sufficient aquarium space, abundant plant cover, broken lines of sight, and numerous territories. At Aquatic Arts, Betta imbellis are offered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eshoals beginning with a 3-pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing hobbyists to immediately begin establishing a natural social group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eWatching a group of Betta imbellis interact is unlike keeping almost any other betta species. Fish establish loose social hierarchies while peacefully exploring the aquarium, displaying to one another, and investigating every corner of their environment. In larger, heavily planted aquariums, compatible males and females frequently pair off naturally while remaining part of the larger social group. 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