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Freshwater fishRed Dragon Fighter Betta
Red Dragon Fighter Betta
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Another, and rare, variation of the beautiful fighter "Plakat" style bettas of Thailand. These red dragons are fierce to each other but sweet to their owners.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Betta splendens |
| Origin | Thailand (captive-bred) |
| Care Level | Easy, good for beginners |
| Temperament | Males fight each other; peaceful toward most other fish |
| Adult Size | Up to 3" |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Diet | Carnivore (meaty foods) |
| Water Temperature | 76–82°F (needs a heater) |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Breathes Air | Yes – labyrinth fish take air from the surface |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 2" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give him a heater (bettas are tropical fish), a gentle filter and live or silk plants. Plakats are active swimmers and like room to patrol. Keep a lid on the tank and leave a gap of air under it, since bettas breathe from the surface.
Feeding: Feed a few betta pellets or a pinch of flake once or twice a day. Bettas overeat easily, so small meals are best. They also enjoy frozen bloodworms.
Tankmates: Never keep two male bettas together. Plakats are among the boldest bettas, so they do best alone or with sturdy, peaceful fish like corydoras and snails. Avoid fin-nippers and other labyrinth fish.
Good to know: Short-finned plakats are strong, fast swimmers and the closest to the original fighting fish, so they are usually the most aggressive bettas. Keep them on their own or with sturdy, peaceful tankmates.
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