Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Marine betta
Size:
These fish can reach up to 6.3 inches (16 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Marine bettas eat small fish and crustaceans like shrimp and krill.
Range & Habitat:
In the Indo-west Pacific, marine bettas can be found in tropical waters among coral reef habitats. They hide in coral caves and crevices.
Details:
Marine bettas are dark brown or black in color with a single white dot on each scale. Near the base of their tail and their dorsal fin is a large black dot bordered in white. Marine bettas have pointed faces, fan-like fins and a bright blue outline along the edges of their bodies.