Spawning Report: Betta rubra
Scientific Name of Fish* Betta rubra
Hobby Name of Fish: mouthbrooding betta
Method of Reproduction: Mouthbrooder
Number and Gender Distribution of Parents: one male, one female
Origin of Parents: Tank raised
Approximate number of eggs or fry* 31
Date of Hatch or Birth* May 17, 2026
Date of Free Swimming If Hatched: N/A
Approx. Number of Fry at 30 Days* >20
Approx. Number of Fry at 60 Days __________
Aquarium Conditions:
pH 5.5
General Hardness: 10 ppm.
kH : 40 ppm
Average Temperature (F) 72-82 depending on season
Salinity: None
Average Nitrate: less than 40 ppm.
Aquarium Size: 5 Gallon
Water Source: Rockville town water purified using R/O system
Water Changes: Every two months, 80-90% water change
Filtration System: Sponge filter
Additives: none
Décor:
Live Plants: Bolbitis
Hiding Places: 1/3 to ½ aquarium full of yarn mops to provide hiding places for parents and fry
Substrate: None
Lighting Type and Timing: Home depot shop light, 14 hours light, 10 hours dark
Food Fed to Parents and How Often* Tetramin flake food daily, Hikari algae wafers twice per week, Live baby brine shrimp twice a week. Live black worms as a treat every 2-3 weeks.
