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One of the most sought after ornamental freshwater fish in the industry is the siamese fighting fish. All stock held on site is sourced from ethical breeders and are quarantined onsite and rigorously monitored for any signs of distress or ill health, to help ensure the. A siamese fighting fish is a small freshwater fish that is native to the mekong river system of southeast asia. Oct 30, 2018 one of the most popular fish available, siamese fighting fish betta splendens are often the number one fish on the wishlist of every new fish keeper. Mar 20, 2014 these stunning portraits show siamese fighting fish seemingly floating in mid air, displaying their long, flowing fins and brilliant colours. The siamese fighting fish, also known as the betta, are a very popular aquarium fish. Siamese fighting fish betta splendens keeping breeding. Siamese fighting fish stock photos and images 123rf. Optimum betta, the fighting fish food brand who has been with siamese fighting fishes for a long time best known for betta color enhancement and good health in cooperation with shutterstock thailand, a global marketplace for inspirational pictures and vdos create this project aiming to turn this around. Shirlie is a fish and aquarium lover with 16 years of experience writing on the topic of raising and keeping fish at home. If more than one male fish are placed in the same tank, they will fight until only one of them remains.
Because of their labyrinth, a special lung, they can survive in water with very little oxygen by coming to the surface periodically. Siamese fighting fish wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The betta has often been referred to as the jewel of the orient. Males are available in manymany colors and patterns and so are females. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. With simple backgrounds and dramatic lighting, the images show off the species vivid colors and graceful fins. Siamese fighting fish hardcover may 1, 1997 by gene a. I braddockeffects of isolation and social contact upon the development of aggressive behaviour in the siamese fighting fish, betta splendens. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else. Siamese fighting fish definition of siamese fighting. Collection info point map species profile animated map. The siamese fighting fish is native to the southeast asian region of thailand formerly siam, cambodia and vietnam.
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