🐠 General Overview

The Fancy Plakat Betta Red FCCP White Scale Male is a rare and visually stunning variety of Betta splendens known for its fiery red coloration accented by pearl-like white scales across the body. The “FCCP” (Fancy Color Copper Project or Fancy Color Pattern) designation refers to its complex multigenetic line — combining intense solid coloration with metallic layering and marble patterns.

This betta’s mix of rich red pigment and white or pale metallic scaling gives it a textured, dragon-like shimmer, making it a standout in any aquarium.

✨ Key Features

• Scientific Name: Betta splendens

• Common Name: Fancy Plakat Betta Red FCCP White Scale

• Tail Type: Plakat (short fin)

• Gender: Male (larger, more colorful, and dominant)

• Origin: Thailand and Indonesia (selective fancy and dragon line breeding)

• Family: Osphronemidae

🎨 Coloration

• Base Color: Deep, vivid red — covering the head, body, and fins

• Secondary Color: White or pale metallic “dragon” scaling overlay on the body

• Pattern Type: Partial coverage; white scales form a layer or patches along the upper body and flanks

• Fins: Bright red, sometimes with lighter or translucent edges

• Face and Head: Usually red with scattered white or silver scales, creating a contrast mask effect

• Overall Look: Appears as if a red betta is wearing a coat of shimmering snow-like armor

Under bright light, the white scales reflect silver, gold, or pearly hues — enhancing the fish’s beauty.

🧬 Genetic Background

• Base Lineage: Combination of red Plakat and metallic dragon-scale betta lines

• Key Genetic Influences:

  • Red gene: Provides solid base coloration

  • Dragon gene: Creates thick, opaque, white or metallic scaling

  • FCCP line: Selective breeding for color clarity, metallic overlay, and balanced fin structure

• Result: A vivid red fish with luminous white scale contrast — sometimes described as “Red Dragon FCCP” by breeders

📏 Size

• Adult Size: 2.5 – 3 inches (6 – 7.5 cm)

• Body Shape: Stocky, strong, and symmetrical

• Fins: Short, rounded Plakat type for agility and balance

🧭 Behavior

• Temperament: Territorial and aggressive toward other males

• Activity Level: Energetic and bold; often flares to show off color and strength

• Personality: Curious and responsive to humans — may follow movement outside the tank

• Tankmates: Best kept solo or with non-aggressive companions (snails, small shrimp, or calm fish in large setups)

🌿 Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons for one male

• Temperature: 26–30°C (78–86°F)

• pH Level: 6.5–7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Filtration: Gentle flow; strong current stresses bettas

• Lighting: Moderate — highlights both red and white layers beautifully

• Décor: Add plants, caves, and smooth rocks to mimic natural shelter

• Lid: Required — bettas can jump

🍽️ Diet

• Diet Type: Carnivorous

• Preferred Foods:

  • High-protein Betta pellets

  • Bloodworms

  • Brine shrimp

  • Daphnia

  • Mosquito larvae

• Feed twice daily in small portions. Rotate live or frozen foods to maintain coloration and muscle tone.

🧫 Breeding Information

• Type: Bubble nest builder

• Pairing: Introduce a female only during spawning — remove after egg release

• Breeding Temperature: Around 28°C (82°F)

• Process:

  • Male builds bubble nest under leaf or cover

  • Courts female and embraces her to release eggs

  • Collects and guards eggs until fry hatch

• Fry Feeding: Start with infusoria or micro-worms, then baby brine shrimp

💎 Special Traits

• Unique dual-tone pattern — bright red body with striking white metallic scales

• Dragon-like texture on the body due to thick scale layering

• Short fins for speed and strength

• Highly collectible due to rarity of the red-white FCCP combination

• Brilliant light reflection — appears to glow under LED lighting

❤️ Care Tips

• Keep water clean and stable — dirty water dulls metallic scales

• Perform weekly 25–30% water changes

• Avoid tankmates that nip fins or disturb nests

• Use dark substrate or background to make colors pop

• Condition before breeding with protein-rich foods

📚 Summary Table

IMAGES ARE FOR REPRESENTATIVE PURPOSES ONLY.