Snow Dragon Plakat Male Betta (Betta splendens)

Snow Dragon Plakat Male Betta (Betta splendens) is a short-finned male Betta with the heavy metallic or pale dragon-scale appearance sold under the Snow Dragon trade name. The Plakat body form is more compact than long-finned Halfmoon or Veiltail Bettas and is generally a stronger swimmer.

This Shopify record, its handle and the matching SKU 7113 catalogue entry identify the fish as a Snow Dragon Plakat male. One quantity supplies one male. Colour, scale coverage and pattern vary naturally between live fish, so the gallery is representative rather than a promise of an identical specimen.

Quick care

• UK trade name: Snow Dragon Plakat Male Betta
• Scientific name: Betta splendens
• Sex: male
• Fin form: Plakat / short fin
• Adult size: around 6–7 cm
• Practical aquarium baseline: 20 litres minimum; 25–30 litres or more gives better stability
• Temperature: around 25–28°C
• pH: approximately 6.0–7.5
• Temperament: territorial; do not keep male Bettas together
• Diet: carnivorous

Aquarium setup

Keep the male in a heated, fully cycled aquarium with a secure lid and gentle filtration. Bettas use a labyrinth organ to breathe atmospheric air, so keep easy access to the surface and avoid excessive current.

Live plants, smooth wood and broad leaves provide useful cover and resting places. Avoid sharp plastic décor that can damage fins or scales.

Temperature and water quality

Stable heat is essential in UK homes. Aim for 25–28°C and check the water with a separate thermometer rather than relying only on the heater dial.

Ammonia and nitrite must remain at zero. Keep nitrate controlled with measured feeding and regular partial water changes. Avoid sudden changes in pH or temperature.

Feeding

Use a high-quality Betta pellet as the staple and rotate small frozen or live foods such as daphnia, Artemia and bloodworm. Feed small portions once or twice daily and adjust to body condition.

Bettas commonly continue to beg after eating, so appetite alone is not a reason to keep adding food. Remove leftovers promptly.

Tank mates

The lowest-risk setup is one male Betta kept alone. In a larger planted aquarium, some peaceful bottom dwellers or snails may work, but compatibility varies with the individual male.

Avoid other male Bettas, fin-nipping barbs, flashy long-finned guppies and aggressive surface fish. Shrimp may be ignored or hunted and should not be treated as guaranteed safe.

Breeding

Male Betta splendens build bubble nests. Breeding should only be attempted in a dedicated setup with a conditioned female, spare accommodation and suitable fry foods. After spawning, the female is normally removed while the male tends the nest until fry become free-swimming.

Before ordering

Choose a Snow Dragon Plakat male if you want an interactive short-fin single display fish and can provide stable heat, gentle flow and a mature aquarium. Reconsider if the intended home is an unheated bowl or a community containing fin-nippers or other territorial male Bettas.

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