The Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens) is one of the most popular species of freshwater aquarium fish. It is a member of the gourami family (family Osphronemidae) of order Perciformes, but was formerly classified among the Anabantidae. It is native to the Mekong basin in Southeast Asia.
The natural coloration of B. splendens is a dull green and brown, and the fins of wild specimens are relatively short; brilliantly-colored and longer-finned varieties have, however, been developed by breeders.
As B. splendens is the Betta species most commonly known to aquarium hobbyists, it is often but imprecisely sold, and referred to, simply as "betta" (as a common name), particularly in the United States. The name "betta" can, however, also refer to any of the nearly 50 other members of the genus, including the type species, the spotte betta (B. picta). The fish is known as pla-kad in its native Thailand.
Channoides is one of the very interesting betta. The male colour is so red when they want to spawn. They can breed easily. This is my favourite one. Breeding stock available just $39/pair.
