{"product_id":"betta-male-mahachaiensis-xl","title":"Siamese Fighter Mahachaiensis XL","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for its deep metallic green to bronze coloration with subtle iridescent blue-green sheen, often appearing more intense in “XL” line specimens. It has a sleek, wild-type body shape with shorter fins compared to ornamental bettas, giving it a more natural, streamlined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWild-Type Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e A hardy and alert species with strong territorial instincts. It is more active and less “flowy” than domesticated bettas, often exploring its environment and reacting quickly to movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a well-maintained aquarium with stable water conditions and gentle filtration. Ideal water temperature should range between 76–82°F (24–28°C). Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water and benefits from a heavily planted setup with hiding spots and surface cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous, feeding on a variety of foods including high-quality pellets, flakes, frozen\/live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and insect-based protein sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally semi-aggressive. Males are territorial and should not be housed together. Can be kept with peaceful community fish in a carefully structured tank, but caution is needed due to its assertive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and Growth:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can grow up to 3–3.5 inches (7.5–9 cm) in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate growth, with strong development under stable, well-oxygenated conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBetta mahachaiensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, especially in its “XL” line form, is a wild-type Siamese fighting fish variant prized for its metallic coloration and hardy nature. It is popular among aquarium enthusiasts who prefer more natural-looking bettas and is best suited for intermediate aquarists with stable, planted aquarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54207073812807,"sku":"1140426","price":58.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/SiameseFighterMahachaiensisXL2.webp?v=1782133109","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/betta-male-mahachaiensis-xl","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}