Betta Fish
Updated On: 02 FEB 2023
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A betta fish has the unique ability to breathe oxygen directly from the air and also take in oxygen from its gills. As a result, they can survive for short periods of time out of water. This also explains why a betta can sustain itself in stagnant, oxygen-deficient water.
Characteristics
Scientific name: Betta Splendens
Habitat: Swamps, Blackwater streams
Favourite foods: Plankton, Larvae
Predator: Larger fish, Cats, Birds, Humans
Fun fact: Can live in low-oxygen environments.
Lifespan: 3 - 5 years
Weight: Around 2 to 3 grams
Distribution location in Malaysia: Selangor, Perak
Which place have? Melaka Aquatic Arena