{"product_id":"betta-macrostoma","title":"Betta Macrostoma","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content user-select-text\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-container ac-adaptiveCard\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-textBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetta macrostoma\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eBrunei Beauty Betta\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most sought-after and prestigious wild bettas in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBetta macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brunei Beauty Betta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brunei and northern Borneo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-12 cm (4-5 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relatively peaceful for a betta, but males can be territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-28°C (75-82°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5-7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very soft to moderately soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivorous; high-quality frozen and live foods preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paternal mouthbrooder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetta macrostoma appreciates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-planted aquariums with subdued lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlenty of cover using driftwood, botanicals, and caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent water quality and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow flow environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure lids, as they are excellent jumpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePairing \u0026amp; Breeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compatible pair can often be maintained together in a 30-40 gallon aquarium or larger. During spawning, the male incubates eggs in his mouth for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e28-35 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before releasing fully formed fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy They're So Special\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most iconic wild bettas in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning orange-red coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorically difficult to obtain due to export restrictions and limited availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly valued by serious breeders and collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShopify Product Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetta macrostoma Pair (Brunei Beauty Betta)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience one of the crown jewels of the aquarium hobby. \u003cem\u003eBetta macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e is renowned for its brilliant orange-red coloration, impressive size, and fascinating paternal mouthbrooding behavior. Native to the rainforest streams of Borneo and Brunei, this rare species is highly prized by wild betta enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese intelligent and personable fish thrive in mature aquariums featuring soft, clean water, subdued lighting, and plenty of natural cover. 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