Betta Obscura
📖 Overview
Betta Obscura (Betta obscura), first described by Tan & Ng, 2005 is a small fish in the family Osphronemidae (order Anabantiformes). Adults typically reach 6.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Osphronemidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0 - 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 24 - 27. Opercle with second postorbital stripe. Anal-fin rays 26-29 (mode 28). Subdorsal scales 5 1/2 - 7 (mode 6 1/2). Lateral scales 28-30 (mode 29). Predorsal scales 19-21 (mode 20); postdorsal scales 10-11 (mode 11). Preanal length 46.1-50.7% SL. Head length 30.9-35.4% SL. Length of anal-fin base 51.3-56.4% SL .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Betta Obscura is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known only from Barito basin in Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Betta Obscura.
🔍 Similar Species
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