{"product_id":"dumbo-halfmoon-betta","title":"Dumbo Halfmoon Betta","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDumbo Halfmoon Betta - Oversized Ear-Like Fins on a Half-Moon Tail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dumbo Halfmoon Betta combines the dramatic 180-degree half-moon tail spread with oversized, ear-like pectoral fins that flutter as the fish swims, a distinctive trait that gives the strain its name and instantly sets it apart from standard halfmoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose large pectoral fins add extra visual flair to an already showy betta, though the fish itself is just as territorial and confident as any other male betta. It's an engaging, expressive fish to watch, flaring its full finnage readily when it feels challenged.\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 calm water and soft decor suits the Dumbo Halfmoon, whose large pectoral and tail fins benefit from gentle conditions.\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\u003eA protein-rich diet supports vibrant colour and healthy fin growth for this show-quality strain.\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":47863548444777,"sku":"PISCES-21101","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9520\/1897\/files\/6cm_Dumbo_Halfmoon_Betta_f8740435-95b8-4ae5-8596-f1d6d7edf82c.jpg?v=1785898016","url":"https:\/\/n8aquatics.com\/products\/dumbo-halfmoon-betta","provider":"N8 Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}