{"product_id":"male-assorted-plakat-betta","title":"Male Assorted Plakat Betta","description":"\u003cp\u003eAssorted Male Plakats offer the active, compact profile of short-finned male Bettas in supplier-selected standard\/plain colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this fish special\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an assorted colour offering, not a promise of any specific named premium morph. Its colours and presence are best appreciated in a stable, planted setup with open swimming space alongside sheltered areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey care parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Betta splendens (domestic ornamental form)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cycled, heated 20-litre aquarium for an individual; provide a secure lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6.5–7.5, with consistency taking priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e typically approximately 6–7 cm including finnage, depending on variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e specialist high-quality Betta pellets; add appropriately sized frozen or live foods for variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e territorial; males must not be kept together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e beginner to intermediate with proper aquarium maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSet-up and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse soft-leaved plants, smooth decor and comfortable surface resting positions. Bettas breathe atmospheric air and should always be able to reach the surface; avoid excessive filter current. Introduce any companions cautiously, avoiding fin nippers and competitive fish. Acclimate slowly after transport and monitor appetite and behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotograph is representative; the standard\/plain colour of the supplied fish may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard\/plain colours only (for example red, blue, turquoise, white or black), subject to availability. Koi, Nemo, Galaxy, marble, dragon-scale and other named premium pattern\/colour forms are NOT part of this assortment and are listed separately. The pictured fish is representative, not a guarantee of an exact shade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glass And Gill","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":54013706928422,"sku":"BT-0140","price":325.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/assorted-male-plakat-plain_886c1694-1338-429e-85de-caca6d2b7c00.png?v=1791110004","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/male-assorted-plakat-betta","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}