Statements (120)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fish
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| gptkbp:aquarium_trade |
yes
requires warm water not compatible with fin-nippers plants and hiding spots recommended widely traded species |
| gptkbp:average_temperature |
76 to 82 ° F
75 to 80 ° F |
| gptkbp:behavioral_display |
flaring
|
| gptkbp:biodiversity |
over 70 species
|
| gptkbp:breeding_behavior |
selective breeding
selective breeding for traits aggression management bubble nest builder male builds nest, female lays eggs male guards nest aggression during breeding season male courts female |
| gptkbp:breeding_season |
year-round
year-round in captivity |
| gptkbp:care_instructions |
requires infusoria or powdered food
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| gptkbp:caring_for_fry |
requires separate tank
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| gptkbp:character_traits |
territorial
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| gptkbp:color |
various colors
stress response stress can cause color change |
| gptkbp:color_variation |
multiple
plakat, crowntail, halfmoon |
| gptkbp:coloration |
can change with mood
depends on genetics intensive selective breeding practices. |
| gptkbp:combat_history |
used in traditional fish fights
used in fish fights |
| gptkbp:common_name |
gptkb:Siamese_fighting_fish
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
not endangered
not endangered but habitat loss is a concern |
| gptkbp:cuisine |
pellets, frozen, live food
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of strength
symbol of strength in some cultures popular in Thailand |
| gptkbp:diet |
carnivorous
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| gptkbp:diseases |
ich, velvet
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| gptkbp:egg_laying |
up to 500 eggs
floating eggs |
| gptkbp:egg_size |
male guards eggs
male cares for eggs |
| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
requires stable environment
|
| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Osphronemidae
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| gptkbp:female_return |
after spawning
|
| gptkbp:fighting_fish |
used in fish fighting
|
| gptkbp:fighting_fish_popularity |
high among enthusiasts
|
| gptkbp:fins |
long and flowing
used for balance long fins, short fins long fin, short fin |
| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
2-3 times a day
|
| gptkbp:fuel_capacity |
separate tank recommended
minimum 5 gallons requires plants and hiding spots minimum 5 gallons recommended |
| gptkbp:genetic_diversity |
can lead to different colors and patterns
|
| gptkbp:genus |
gptkb:Betta
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| gptkbp:gills |
labyrinth organ
|
| gptkbp:habitat |
freshwater
|
| gptkbp:hatching_time |
24-36 hours
|
| gptkbp:health_issues |
gptkb:ich
velvet fin rot dropsy susceptible to fin rot fin rot, velvet disease |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Betta
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| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
aquarium trade
|
| gptkbp:issues |
can live in small bowls
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
vibrant colors
fighting behavior |
| gptkbp:lifespan |
3 to 5 years
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| gptkbp:male_care |
protects eggs
|
| gptkbp:native_to |
gptkb:Southeast_Asia
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| gptkbp:p_hlevel |
6.5 to 7.5
|
| gptkbp:related_species |
gptkb:Betta_pugnax
gptkb:Betta_albimarginata gptkb:Betta_channoides gptkb:Betta_macrostoma gptkb:Betta_rutilans gptkb:Betta_unimaculata gptkb:Betta_imbellis gptkb:Betta_mahachaiensis gptkb:Betta_smaragdina gptkb:Betta_splendens |
| gptkbp:reproduction |
ovoviviparous
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| gptkbp:research_interest |
behavior and genetics
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| gptkbp:scientific_name |
gptkb:Betta_splendens
|
| gptkbp:size |
up to 3 inches
|
| gptkbp:social_behavior |
solitary or in pairs
can be kept alone can be kept alone or in groups with caution not suitable with other males can be kept with certain females |
| gptkbp:social_structure |
can be solitary or social depending on species
dominance hierarchy observed |
| gptkbp:symptoms |
faded colors, hiding
|
| gptkbp:tail_type |
plakat
crowntail halfmoon veiltail double tail veiltail, crowntail, halfmoon delta tail various tail shapes |
| gptkbp:tank_mates |
peaceful species recommended
should avoid aggressive species |
| gptkbp:temperament |
aggressive
|
| gptkbp:total_fights |
common behavior
common in breeding practices |
| gptkbp:type_of_care |
moderate
requires clean water |
| gptkbp:water_quality |
important for health
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:fish
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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