Marine Betta
Calloplesiops altivelis
Adult marine bettas inhabit shaded caves, reef overhangs, and coral crevices in Indo-Pacific waters. They are mostly nocturnal hunters, feeding on small fishes, crustaceans, and other invertebrates. During the day, they commonly hover head-down in shelter or remain concealed deep in a crevice. Their dark body and pale spots resemble the pattern of a moray eel, an appearance that may discourage predators.
- Type
- Water / Stealth
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Marine Betta