Super Delta Betta

Betta splendens

Animalia›Chordata›Actinopterygii›Anabantiformes›Osphronemidae

Variety of Halfmoon Betta · Super Delta

📍 Southeast Asia (captive-developed)

Step up from the Delta — caudal fin opens to 160–170 degrees but stops just short of the full 180-degree halfmoon. Slightly less prone to fin tearing than a full halfmoon. Stunning in any colour form.

Size3"

Min Tank5g

semi-aggressive

Zonetop

Care Guide

Diet

Super Delta Bettas are carnivorous and require high-protein foods including quality betta pellets, frozen bloodworms, and frozen brine shrimp. Feed small amounts once daily, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes. Occasional live food like mosquito larvae provides enrichment and promotes natural hunting behavior.

Behavior

Super Delta Bettas are semi-aggressive fish that display territorial behavior, especially males toward other bettas. They are active swimmers that prefer the upper water column and will flare their impressive caudal fins when threatened or excited. These fish are intelligent and can recognize their owners, often begging for food at feeding time.

Breeding

Breeding Super Delta Bettas in captivity is moderately difficult and requires careful conditioning of both males and females with high-protein foods for 2-3 weeks. Males build bubble nests and will aggressively guard fry; females must be removed after spawning to prevent injury. Expect 50-100+ fry per spawn, though survival rates vary depending on water quality and feeding protocols.

Tank Mates

Otocinclus

Peaceful bottom-dweller that won't compete for space or trigger aggression in the upper column

good

Ramshorn Snail

Slow-moving snail that avoids the betta's territory and helps with algae control

good

Nerite Snail

Hardy snail with a hard shell that resists betta nipping; excellent algae eater

good

Corydoras Duplicareus

Small, peaceful catfish that occupies the bottom zone without competing with the betta

good

Ember Tetra

Small, fast-moving tetras may work in larger tanks (10+ gallons) but risk triggering predatory response

caution

Common Diseases

Fin Rot

Symptoms

Frayed, discolored, or deteriorating fin edges; white or black margins on fins

Treatment

Perform 25-50% water changes every 2-3 days, maintain water temperature at 26-28°C, and treat with aquarium salt (1 teaspoon per 5 gallons) or antibacterial medication if severe

Ich (Ichthyophthirius multifiliis)

Symptoms

White spots covering body and fins; rapid gill movement; lethargy and loss of appetite

Treatment

Raise water temperature to 28-30°C, perform daily 25% water changes, and treat with ich medication or aquarium salt for 7-10 days

Velvet Disease

Symptoms

Fine golden or rust-colored dust on body; rapid gill movement; clamped fins; lethargy

Treatment

Increase temperature to 28-30°C, reduce light exposure, perform daily water changes, and treat with copper-based medication or salt following product instructions