{"product_id":"betta-channoides-pair","title":"Betta Channoides (Snakehead Betta) - Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetta channoides is a highly sought-after wild Betta species, admired for its vibrant red coloration and distinctive shape reminiscent of small snakehead fish. Native to the blackwater streams of Borneo, this species thrives in soft, acidic environments rich in botanicals. Males display intense red tones contrasted by subtle patterning, while their calm and deliberate behavior makes them fascinating to observe. As a mouthbrooding species, Betta channoides exhibits unique breeding behavior, adding to its appeal for dedicated aquarists seeking something rare and natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"287\" data-section-id=\"hh1fma\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"295\"\u003eWater Parameters \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"324\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"362\" data-start=\"324\" data-section-id=\"13nbem\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"342\" data-start=\"326\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C (75–82°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"363\" data-section-id=\"1hxytdm\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"365\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 – 6.5 (prefers acidic conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"413\" data-section-id=\"qpe7a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"422\" data-start=\"415\"\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–5 dGH (very soft water preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"486\" data-start=\"461\" data-section-id=\"1t9l3ea\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"470\" data-start=\"463\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low (0–2 dKH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"487\" data-section-id=\"kc80xq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"497\" data-start=\"489\"\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~20–80 ppm ideal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"518\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"523\" data-section-id=\"151ivla\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"531\"\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"551\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"610\" data-start=\"551\" data-section-id=\"oedjbv\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"567\" data-start=\"553\"\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 gallons (species tank recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"611\" data-section-id=\"1k7sez1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"628\" data-start=\"613\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle flow (sponge filter preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"702\" data-start=\"669\" data-section-id=\"i1nqo2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"671\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"744\" data-start=\"703\" data-section-id=\"i6psdv\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"705\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand or fine substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"811\" data-start=\"745\" data-section-id=\"1od1b55\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"747\"\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf litter, driftwood, botanicals, floating plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"812\" data-section-id=\"1jolxq9\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"824\" data-start=\"814\"\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tight lid required (excellent jumper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"869\" data-start=\"866\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"871\" data-section-id=\"yeb8ay\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"879\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1154\" data-start=\"909\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"909\" data-section-id=\"1esv7ck\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"932\" data-start=\"911\"\u003eSocial structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept as a pair or small group with space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"981\" data-section-id=\"13aw8ri\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"983\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, but males can be territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1110\" data-start=\"1037\" data-section-id=\"1fp3ut\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1053\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003eTankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best in species-only or with very small, peaceful fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1154\" data-start=\"1111\" data-section-id=\"ckn8fo\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1113\"\u003eActivity zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface to mid-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1159\" data-start=\"1156\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1161\" data-section-id=\"139yfak\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1169\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1182\" data-section-id=\"xmlu96\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1198\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eDiet type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Micro-predator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1293\" data-start=\"1216\" data-section-id=\"1343asm\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1218\"\u003ePreferred foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live\/frozen (daphnia, baby brine shrimp, bloodworms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1294\" data-section-id=\"15lowg3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1309\" data-start=\"1296\"\u003eDry food:\u003c\/strong\u003e May accept high-quality micro pellets (varies by specimen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1375\" data-start=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1377\" data-section-id=\"bmyk9\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003eBreeding Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1405\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1440\" data-start=\"1405\" data-section-id=\"l09clv\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1407\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paternal mouthbrooder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1503\" data-start=\"1441\" data-section-id=\"mtwcez\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1456\" data-start=\"1443\"\u003eSpawning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male incubates eggs in mouth for ~10–14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1564\" data-start=\"1504\" data-section-id=\"19ktzyp\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1514\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003eFry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relatively large and free-swimming upon release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1565\" data-section-id=\"1cfkir4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1567\"\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet, low-stress environment required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Boutique AquaNova","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48436231962724,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/7081\/5076\/files\/BettaChannoides.jpg?v=1779235439","url":"https:\/\/www.boutiqueaquanova.com\/fr\/products\/betta-channoides-pair","provider":"Boutique AquaNova","version":"1.0","type":"link"}