180-degree fan tail when fully flared. The exhibition standard.
Short-finned, traditional fighter form. Hardy and high-energy.
Halfmoon Plakat - 180-degree spread on a short-finned body.
Webbing reduced between fin rays, creating a crown silhouette.
Long flowing tail. Most common pet store form.
Two distinct tail lobes. Combined with halfmoon for spectacular display.
Excessive ray branching, ruffled appearance.
Large body line bred to 4+ inches.
Beyond Betta splendens, the genus contains 70+ wild species across mouthbrooder and bubblenest builder behavioral groups. Each has its own habitat, water requirements, and dedicated keeper community.