256. Betta Coccina Complex

From Water Colors Aquarium Gallery by Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

February 27, 2026 · 1h 23m · Episode 256

About this episode

The episode discusses the Betta coccina complex, focusing on its species, habitats, and conservation.

Continuing Blackwater Month, we’re back to discuss the Betta coccina complex! This complex contains arguably some of the greatest wild betta species known to the hobby. These are true blackwater gems that come in very small packages! The hosts discuss their native habitats, distribution, captive care, conservation status, and more! We’ll break down the taxonomy associated with this complex, as well as some exciting, newly described species. Have you kept any bettas within the coccina complex?   References used in this episode: https://www.sciencedirect.com/org/science/article/pii/S1313298925001922 Looking for more content? Become a YouTube member for exclusive access to behind the scenes livestreams! https://www.youtube.com/@watercolorsaquariumgallery Enjoying the show? Support the gallery by shopping aquarium plants, merch, equipment, and more! https://watercolorsaquariumgallery.com/ Join the discussion on the Water Colors Aquarium Gallery Podcast Listeners Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/788428861825086/ Join our growing community on Discord! https://go.watercolors.shop/discord

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Host: Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

Topics covered

  • Betta fish
  • blackwater habitats
  • conservation
  • taxonomy
  • aquarium care
  • wild species

Keywords

  • Betta coccina
  • wild betta species
  • blackwater
  • aquarium care
  • conservation status
  • taxonomy
  • new species

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