Below, is a 40 litre tank that contains a group of Betta coccina. To many hobbyists, I'm sure this tank looks like it's in dire need of a trim, but for a tank housing coccina complex species, it's close to perfect (admittedly I would like the water a shade or two darker). These plants not only remove excess nutrients from the water column, but also provide valuable areas of cover, break up lines of sight, and encourage the growth of infusoria. All of which are important when breeding a territorial, and sometimes intensely aggressive, species of fish.
Many hobbyists only witness the true beauty of their wilds during courtship and spawning. With my planted tanks, I see it everyday. My fish are brilliantly coloured, and brimming with confidence in these set-ups. They don't need to feel threatened, because there is enough plant mass that they are safe from potential predators or aggressive conspecifics.
wildborneo
1/8/2016 07:24:45 pm
Very nice setup. Due to my low light condition I kept my tanks in, the growth of the plants are very slow. I understand the plants also like cooler water which is difficult to keep it under 26degree.
Ashlea
3/8/2016 06:28:54 pm
My plants grow very slowly as well due to low light and no fertilisers. It has taken many months for the plants to get to this point. I have also found only certain plants do well in these set-ups. My water temperature is also slightly cooler at around 24 degrees Celsius. Comments are closed.
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AuthorLocated in Melbourne, Australia, I currently keep and breed a number of species from the coccina complex. Archives
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