{"product_id":"crowntail-male-betta","title":"Crowntail Male Betta","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrowntail Male Betta - Spiky Crown-Like Finnage on a Bold Show Betta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crowntail Male Betta is defined by its dramatically reduced fin rays, which spread out into spiky, crown-like points rather than the smooth webbing seen on other betta finnage types. The effect gives each fin a jagged, almost fractal-like silhouette that's unmistakable in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the striking fin structure, this is a confident, alert betta that will flare and display readily, especially when it catches its own reflection. Like all male bettas, it carries a strong territorial streak and should always be housed as the only betta in its tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt N8 Aquatics, our fish are carefully raised and conditioned to ensure healthy stock suited to home aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSpecies Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 L minimum, heated and filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly territorial toward other bettas — never house two males together; can be fin-nippy toward slow or brightly coloured tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eIdeal Habitat and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA heated, filtered 20 L or larger aquarium with some floating plants gives the Crowntail's spiky fins room to move without snagging on sharp decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to gentle — bettas dislike strong currents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weekly partial water changes with stable, cycled filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carnivore-leaning omnivore does best on a protein-rich, varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality betta pellets as a daily staple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen or live bloodworm for enrichment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen or live brine shrimp for extra protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional variety to keep colours vibrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept alone, or with calm bottom dwellers and non-fin-nipping tankmates; avoid other bettas and gourami, which can trigger territorial aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable tankmates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalm bottom-dwelling species such as corydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful, fast-moving nano fish that stay out of its territory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnails in a well-established, planted tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid other male bettas and gourami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhy Buy From N8 Aquatics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully raised aquarium fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, well-conditioned stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong genetics and vibrant colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreeder support if you have questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003ePickup Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN8 Aquatics currently operates as a local pickup-only breeder in Central Queensland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease ensure you are able to collect your fish before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eImportant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock sold by N8 Aquatics should be introduced to fully cycled aquariums suitable for the species being kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease ensure your aquarium setup and tankmates are appropriate before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"N8 Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":47863548248169,"sku":"PISCES-21096","price":13.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9520\/1897\/files\/5cm_Crowntail_Male_Betta_96697120-5c7b-4702-a981-a9b9d5a1257c.jpg?v=1785898040","url":"https:\/\/n8aquatics.com\/products\/crowntail-male-betta","provider":"N8 Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}