Assorted Crowntail Male Fighter 5cm

Assorted Crowntail Male Fighter

There isn’t a fish more globally recognized than the classic fighter fish. They have been in the aquarium industry since the late 1800s which shows just how incredibly popular, they are. Of the hundreds of colours and genetic variations now available in the aquarium hobby, the most readily available in the crown tail betta. 

This betta strain earns the name crown tail from the unique crown-like formation that its fins have, this genetic trait is present on all of the fins except the pectoral which give a lion mane aesthetic. In males this trait is especially pronounced and makes for an amazing display fish in a small desktop aquarium and ticks all the boxes that a beginner aquarists may want. 

Aside from their stunning fin structure the colours of this fish are almost like a random selection from a rainbow. They can range in blues, reds, blacks, whites, yellows and the list continue, it can often be a pleasantly painful experience trying to select a colour from this array which is why the assorted option offered by the LiveFish team is sort of like a betta lucky dip. 

Betta in general have developed a few false reputations, the first being that they can thrive in incredibly small environments like vases and jugs which is not true. Much like any aquarium fish they need proper filtration and spacious environment relative to their max size of 5 - 6 cm. The second common misconception is that they are aquarium terrors which will kill every fish on sight. Though male fighters are aggressive to other males and potentially aggressive in tight environment, in a standard 35L (10 gallon) aquarium they can be kept with other community fish. 

They are also a hardy tropical fish which can be kept in temperatures between 24-28 and also make for a fun breeding project due to the challenge of continuing the male and female to breed and rising the fry. Betta is naturally found in the waterways of Southeast Asia.  

Tank Recommendations for your Crowntail Fighter
Crowntail Betta maxes out at around 5 - 6 cm mark and is surprisingly active and flashy fish which is why they would be great in a nano aquarium with a minimum volume of 35 L. They will however be a great centrepiece fish in larger peaceful aquarium with slow-moving fish. The substrate of the aquarium is not too much of a concern however crown tail fighters will love a well-planted aquarium. This allows them to contrast amazingly against the bright plants but also gives them a place of refuge to hide as well. 

Suitable Tank Buddies

Crowntail fighters are a relatively peaceful fish and actually often get bullied by other tank mated which nip at their trailing fins. Their slow nature also means they can get easily outcompeted during feeding time which is why care should be taken when selecting tank mates.

Usually Compatible

Small tetras such as neon, ember, rummy nose, and similar species. 

Sometime Compatible

dwarf cichlids such as Bolivian rams, or Apistogramma which may show aggression or fast-moving species such as giant danios, torpedo barbs or Congo tetras which might outcompete for food.

Rarely Compatible 

Shrimp, other male betta, tiger barbs, and larger species such as Uaru will certainly outcompete the slower betta. 

Feeding your Crowntail Fighter

Crowntail fighter fish are incredibly easy to feed. They take to a wide range of foods and should have a varied diet for optimal health, going them a range of flake, pellets, frozen and live foods will not only make them thrive but also show off amazing colours. Because of their mostly top dwelling nature they should be given foods that readily float for them to eat easily.  Feeding should occur once a day and it is best to do so when the lights are on during the day.