How long do Plakat Bettas live?

Betta fish on average live to be 2-4 years old. The length of your betta fish’s life is directly related to the environment you keep them in.

How long will a Half Moon Betta live?

This fish is technically a crowntail betta, which is in the same family as halfmoon betta fish. Betta fish are beautiful and elegant pets. Often called Siamese fighting fish, Bettas are vibrant and can live from two to four years with the proper care. As small as they are, bettas need specific care.

How big do Halfmoon Plakat Bettas get?

Tank size. Although Plakat bettas only grow to between two and three inches in length and are not especially fast or active swimmers, they should not be kept in jars, vases, or bowls.

What is the life expectancy of a male betta fish?

The average Betta lives about three years. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have your Betta that long. Why? Because a Betta purchased at a pet shop is often one year old already.

Which type of betta fish lives the longest?

Did you know? When you see older Betta fish, they interestingly tend to be of the veil tail variety. There is some speculation that the red and blue veil tail Bettas are the hardiest and live longest simply because they haven’t been selectively bred as extensively.

How often should I feed my half moon betta fish?

As a general rule, you should feed a betta at least once each day, providing only as much food as your fish can eat in 3–5 minutes. Remove all leftover food after the feeding period. Overfeeding could cause health problems including obesity, constipation, and swim bladder disease.

What does Half Moon Betta mean?

Halfmoon bettas are betta fish that have a tail capable of spreading exactly 180 degrees. They come in all betta fish colors and in both a short-tailed and long-tailed form.

Can Plakat Betta live with other fish?

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to keep a Plakat Betta solo. That’s the best way to avoid any potential for aggression, but these fish will coexist with others. The trick is to plan your community tank carefully. Obviously, you should avoid keeping more than one male together.