{"product_id":"blue-marble-hmpk-betta-male","title":"Blue Marble HMPK Betta - Male","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Marble HMPK Betta (Male) | A Bold and Unpredictable Show-Quality Fighter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Blue Marble HMPK Betta is a fish that keeps you guessing — and that is a large part of its appeal. The marble gene that gives this fish its name produces a swirling, irregular pattern of deep blue, pale blue, white, and dark pigmentation that is unique to every individual and, fascinatingly, can continue to shift and change throughout the fish's lifetime. A Blue Marble you bring home today may look noticeably different in six months — new patches emerging, old ones fading, the pattern evolving unpredictably as the marble gene expresses itself. For aquarists who appreciate a fish with genuine character and individuality, it is one of the most compelling colour forms available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Halfmoon Plakat form brings its own strengths to the package. Short, powerful fins that fan to a clean 180-degree spread in full display, a robust and athletic build, and an active, confident swimming style that long-finned varieties simply cannot match. Less fin maintenance, less risk of tearing and fin rot, and a fish that genuinely uses its tank rather than drifting through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Marble HMPK Betta Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific name: Betta splendens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso known as: Marble HMPK Betta, Blue Marble Plakat, Halfmoon Plakat Betta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult size: up to 2.5 inches (6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum tank size: 20 litres (5 gallons) — 40 litres (10 gallons) recommended for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 25–27°C (77–80°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle filtration only — avoid strong currents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be kept singly — males will fight if housed together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifespan: 2–4 years with good care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA planted tank with soft lighting, leaf hammocks or resting spots near the surface, and plenty of hiding places suits any Betta well. The HMPK's shorter fins make it a stronger, more active swimmer than long-finned varieties — it will make full use of a well-decorated setup. A tight-fitting lid is essential at all times — Bettas are accomplished jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarnivores with a healthy appetite. A high quality Betta pellet as a staple, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, and brine shrimp, keeps him in peak condition and maintains colour intensity. Feed small portions once or twice daily and remove uneaten food promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, peaceful bottom dwellers such as Corydoras and Kuhli Loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnails and larger shrimp — use caution with small shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid fin-nipping species of any kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever house with another male Betta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse caution with females — not all males will tolerate female Bettas outside of breeding setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49075770786014,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/blue-marble-hmpk-betta-male","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}