Wild Guitar Green Smaragdina Male Betta Fish
Wild Guitar Green Smaragdina Male Betta Fish
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๐ธ๐ Wild Guitar Green Smaragdina Male Betta Fish | Botanical Wild Betta
๐ Guitar Form. Emerald Green. Pure Wild Character.
The Wild Guitar Green Smaragdina Male Betta Fish is a striking form of Betta smaragdina featuring a dark natural body covered in brilliant emerald-green to blue-green metallic scales. Combined with its distinctive Guitar-line appearance, compact fins, and streamlined wild body, this Betta delivers the raw, natural beauty that makes wild Smaragdina so captivating.
This fish is best appreciated in a dark botanical-style aquarium. Tannin-stained water, fallen leaves, twisted driftwood, floating plants, and subdued lighting create a shaded environment where its metallic green scales can glow through the shadows. ๐ฟ๐โจ
๐ฟ Emerald Green That Comes Alive in Dark Water
Under soft aquarium lighting, the scales can flash between emerald green, jade, forest green, turquoise-green, and metallic blue-green. Against dark botanicals and natural wood, these reflective scales create an incredible jewel-like contrast.
Every Guitar Green Smaragdina is naturally unique. Color and pattern intensity may change with lighting, viewing angle, mood, stress level, and aquarium conditions. Newly arrived fish may appear darker or muted after shipping, so allow time for your Betta to settle and reveal its full metallic expression.
๐ Recommended Botanical / Blackwater Setup
- ๐ Botanicals: Indian almond leaves, seed pods, and aquarium-safe leaf litter
- ๐ชต Hardscape: Driftwood, roots, branches, and natural hiding areas
- ๐ฟ Plants: Floating plants and low-light aquatic plants
- ๐ Environment: Dark, tannin-rich botanical water strongly recommended
- ๐ก Lighting: Low to moderate / subdued
- ๐ง Flow: Gentle filtration and calm water movement
- ๐ Lid: Secure aquarium lid strongly recommended
Botanicals are a key part of our recommended Wild Smaragdina setup. Leaf litter, tannins, natural wood, plants, and shaded areas create a natural presentation while providing the perfect dark backdrop for the Guitar Green's brilliant emerald coloration.
๐ Product Specifications
| Color | Metallic Emerald Green / Jade / Blue-Green over Dark Wild Base |
| Variety | Guitar Green Smaragdina |
| Fin Type | Short Fin / Natural Wild Form |
| Species | Betta smaragdina |
| Age | 4โ6 Months |
| Gender | Male |
| Quality | Wild Grade | Hand-Selected by Grower |
| Recommended Setup | Botanical / Tannin-Rich Natural Aquarium |
๐ฟ Care & Important Notes
- ๐ธ Distinctive Guitar Green Smaragdina wild form
- ๐ Features emerald, jade, turquoise-green, and metallic blue-green iridescence
- โ๏ธ Botanical / tannin-rich aquarium strongly recommended
- โ๏ธ Dark botanicals help showcase the brilliant metallic green coloration
- โ๏ธ Provide leaf litter, driftwood, floating plants, and shaded hiding areas
- โ๏ธ Metallic coloration naturally shifts with lighting and viewing angle
- โ๏ธ Pattern and green intensity will vary between individual fish
- โ๏ธ Color may appear muted after shippingโallow time to settle
- โ๏ธ Males can be territorial and should be housed appropriately
- โ๏ธ Always use a secure aquarium lidโwild Bettas are excellent jumpers
๐ธ๐ฟ Dark water. Fallen leaves. A flash of emeraldโthe Guitar Smaragdina comes alive. ๐
Water Parameter
Water Parameter
Betta Fish Water Parameter
- Temperature: Keep water between 75ยฐF to 82ยฐF (24ยฐC to 28ยฐC).
- pH Level: Aim for 6.5 to 7.5, slightly acidic to neutral.
- Ammonia/Nitrite: Keep levels at 0 ppm to avoid poisoning.
- Nitrate: Keep below 40 ppm to prevent stress.
- Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water, GH 5-15 dGH, KH 3-8 dKH.
- Cleanliness: Regular 10-25% water changes weekly, clean filter.
- Oxygenation: Ensure well-oxygenated water with gentle surface agitation.
- Water Conditioner: Treat tap water to remove chlorine, chloramine, and metals.
- Temperature Stability: Avoid rapid temperature changes; use a heater for stability.
Direction
Direction
Acclimating Your Betta Fish
- Temperature Match: Ensure the new tank's water temperature matches the water the Betta fish was previously in.
- Float the Bag: Float the bag with the Betta fish in the new tank for 15-20 minutes to adjust to the temperature.
- Gradual Water Mixing: Add small amounts of tank water into the bag every 5-10 minutes to help the fish adjust to new water parameters.
- Net Transfer: Gently transfer the Betta fish from the bag into the tank using a net.
- Dim Lighting: Keep tank lights off initially to reduce stress on the fish.
- Monitor Behavior: Watch for signs of stress and discomfort, adjusting as needed.
- Regular Observation: Check on the Betta fish frequently in the first days to ensure it's adjusting well.
- Water Testing: Regularly test water parameters to ensure they're suitable for Betta fish.
- Provide Hiding Places: Offer hiding spots to make the Betta feel secure.
- Avoid Overfeeding: Feed sparingly to maintain water quality.
- Patience: Give the Betta time to acclimate, which may take a few days.
Grower Pick Product
Grower Pick Product
Shipping Rate As Low As $25
Shipping Rate As Low As $25
At Tropicflow, we strive to make the shipping process as affordable and convenient as possible for our customers. Our shipping rate starts as low as $15, and the more fish you purchase, the more you save on shipping fees. We encourage our customers to combine as many fish as possible in each order to take advantage of these cost-saving opportunities.
High Quality Fish Only
High Quality Fish Only
At Tropicflow, we take pride in shipping only the highest quality freshwater fish to our customers. Our fish are carefully selected for their excellent health, vibrant colors, and wide, full tails.
100% Live Arrive Guarantee
100% Live Arrive Guarantee
Tropicflow takes great pride in the quality of our products, and we proudly extend a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee for every shipment we dispatch. In the unfortunate event that any of the livestock or plants in your order do not survive upon arrival, we are dedicated to offering you a full refund in the form of store credit, covering the precise cost of the item, excluding shipping expenses. Your satisfaction is our commitment!
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