Red Betta

The Red Betta (Betta splendens) is one of the most vivid and instantly recognizable fish in the aquarium hobby, with deep, jewel-toned red coloration across its flowing fins and body that commands attention in any tank. Betta fish are celebrated for their bold personalities and stunning visual presence, making them one of the most popular live fish purchases at Ottawa tropical fish stores. Each fish is individually unique, and our red bettas are selected for strong, saturated colour and fin quality. Red Bettas thrive in a well-filtered, heated tank of at least 10 gallons with gentle flow — they prefer calm water and benefit from hiding spots and floating plants. Males are territorial and must be kept alone or with peaceful, non-fin-nipping tankmates such as corydoras, snails, or small tetras. This fish is ideal for hobbyists in Ottawa and across Canada who want a bold centrepiece fish that is rewarding to care for and genuinely personable. Care Details Adult Size: 6–7 cm Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons Temperature: 24–28°C Temperament: Semi-aggressive (males must be kept solo or with care) Social Grouping: Solitary (one male per tank) Diet: Carnivore — high-protein pellets, frozen or live bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp Difficulty: Beginner to Moderate Best For: Species tanks, peaceful community tanks with compatible tankmates ❤️ Deep, vivid red coloration — a true showpiece fish 🐟 Bold personality and intelligent behaviour 🌿 Thrives with floating plants and gentle filtration 🦐 Can be kept with snails and peaceful bottom dwellers 🏆 One of the most popular aquarium fish in Ottawa Available from Ottawa Tropical Fish in Barrhaven, Ottawa.