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	<title>The Home Aquarium &#187; Tropical</title>
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		<title>Betta</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Common Names:</strong> Betta, Siamese Fighting Fish<br />
<strong>Scientific Name:</strong> <em>Betta splendens</em><br />
<strong>Maximum Size:</strong> 2.5 inches<br />
<strong>Minimum Tank Size:</strong>  2 gallons<br />
<strong>Temperature Range:</strong>  70 &#8211; 85°F<br />
<strong>pH Range:</strong> 9 &#8211; 7.5<br />
<strong>Water Hardness:</strong> 5 &#8211; 20 dH<br />
<strong>Temperament:</strong> Peaceful to some, aggressive to others<br />
<strong>Lifespan:</strong> 2 &#8211; 3 years (sometimes longer)<br />
<strong>Origin:</strong> Thailand</p>
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<p><strong>Aquarium Setup:</strong><br />
Bettas are often kept in small bowls, however the smallest tank they should be kept in is two gallons, but they will do much better in larger aquariums. Bettas will jump out of their tanks if they aren&#8217;t covered well. Just be sure there is enough space between the lid and the water to allow the Betta to breathe.<span id="more-12"></span></p>
<p><strong>Tank Mates/Community:</strong><br />
A Betta will generally get along with other tropical fish unless they have large fins, in which cases the Betta will harass them and&#8230;</p>]]></description>
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