I've always been fascinated by betta fish! They seem like such cool little fish!
King betta
The King betta is a popular aquarium fish of unknown provenance.
Description.
The King betta generally grows to about 5–6 cm (2–2 1/2 in). Its pigments are generally vibrant beige to a white. As with most bettas, King betta females are smaller and less colorful than the males. The life span of the King betta is short, generally 2–3 years, rarely reaching four. The King betta is (as are all other bettas) members of the gourami family (Osphronemidae)
the "Betta splendens" species are native to Thailand and were first collected for fighting during the reign of King Rama III.
- The titular character in the novel "Rumble Fish (novel)" and subsequent film "Rumble Fish" is a Siamese fighting fish. In both, the character Motorcycle Boy is fascinated with the creatures and dubs them "rumble fish." He speculates that if the fish were to be set free in the river, they wouldn't behave so aggressively. A common misconception regarding keeping "