Representative Male Platinum Elephant Ear Plakat Betta in a natural aquascape; actual fish may vary

Male Platinum Elephant Ear Plakat Betta

Sale price  R 465.00 Regular price  R 535.00
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Representative Male Platinum Elephant Ear Plakat Betta in a natural aquascape; actual fish may vary

Male Platinum Elephant Ear Plakat Betta

Betta splendens

Sale price  R 465.00 Regular price  R 535.00
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Low stock

Adult sizeApprox. 6–7 cm including fins
Minimum tank20 Litres
Temperature24°C to 28°C
pH6.5 to 7.5
TemperamentTerritorial; males must be kept singly
DifficultyBeginner to Intermediate
DietCarnivore

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More care details
Temperature24°C to 28°C
pH6.5 to 7.5
DietCarnivore

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A pearl-platinum short-fin Plakat with broad, enlarged Elephant Ear pectoral fins. The modest caudal length gives this fish a neat athletic form rather than the extended tail of a Halfmoon longfin.

Why you'll love this Betta

This listing is specifically a short-fin Plakat, separate from a Platinum Dumbo Ear Halfmoon. A carefully planned aquascape with living plants, shaded resting areas and calm flow brings out this ornamental Betta's natural movement and individuality.

Quick care facts

  • Species: Betta splendens (domestic ornamental form)
  • Minimum aquarium: 20 litres for one fish, heated, mature and covered
  • Temperature: 24–28°C
  • pH: approximately 6.5–7.5, with stable water chemistry
  • Adult size: usually approximately 6–7 cm including fins, depending on strain
  • Diet: quality Betta pellets, plus appropriately sized frozen/live treats
  • Temperament: territorial and individual; never keep two males together
  • Difficulty: beginner to intermediate

Creating the right home

Provide gentle filtration, broad resting leaves near the surface, easy access to air, and a secure lid. Avoid strong currents and fin-nipping tankmates. Observe interactions closely if sharing a larger aquarium with peaceful species. Acclimate gradually after arrival and offer a quiet settling period.

Images are representative; individual fish, especially assorted or marbled colour forms, may vary.

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