🐠 General Overview

The Multicolour Metallic Galaxy Plakat Male Betta is a spectacular and rare Betta splendens variety celebrated for its brilliant metallic sheen combined with multi-hued galaxy-like patterns. This fish features a vivid blend of colors — blues, reds, purples, yellows, coppers, and whites — layered with reflective metallic scales that shimmer under light.

Being a Plakat Betta, it has a short, muscular body and compact fins, making it both beautiful and powerful. It’s a favorite among collectors for its stunning iridescent body and ever-changing “cosmic” color combinations.

✨ Key Features

• Scientific Name: Betta splendens

• Common Name: Multicolour Metallic Galaxy Plakat Betta

• Tail Type: Plakat (short fin)

• Gender: Male

• Origin: Thailand and Indonesia — selective breeding of Galaxy, Koi, and Metallic lines

• Family: Osphronemidae

🎨 Coloration

• Body Color: Mixed — typically red, blue, turquoise, gold, and white, with metallic overlays

• Finish: High metallic shine that reflects light like armor

• Pattern Type: Galaxy — irregular marbling and color patches resembling stars or nebulae

• Fins: Multicolored and often gradient, combining translucent and opaque hues

• Head and Face: May show darker mask or contrasting colors like black, white, or copper

• Overall Look: Appears as a glowing, living gemstone or “miniature galaxy”

Each Multicolour Metallic Galaxy Betta is completely unique, with a one-of-a-kind color pattern.

🧬 Genetic Background

• Base Lineage: Derived from Koi, Fancy Galaxy, and Metallic Dragon Plakat betta lines

• Color Genes:

  • Marble gene: Creates unpredictable and shifting color patterns

  • Iridescent gene: Adds a metallic reflective sheen

  • Koi gene: Provides colorful patches across the body

  • Metallic dragon gene: Gives thick, shiny, armor-like scales

• Result: A complex, multi-toned fish with shimmering metallic layers and galaxy-like color blending

📏 Size

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

• Body Shape: Stocky and muscular, built for agility

• Fins: Short, round, and symmetrical — characteristic of Plakat types

🧭 Behavior

• Temperament: Aggressive toward other males; dominant and territorial

• Activity Level: Very active, bold, and curious

• Personality: Intelligent and responsive — often flares when excited or defending territory

• Tankmates: Best kept alone, though possible with calm non-fin-nipping species (like snails or shrimp in a larger tank)

🌿 Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons

• Temperature: 26–30°C (78–86°F)

• pH Level: 6.5–7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Filtration: Gentle flow; strong currents cause stress

• Lighting: Moderate to bright — enhances metallic reflection and color depth

• Décor: Plants, caves, driftwood, and leaf litter for comfort and hiding spots

• Lid: Required — bettas can jump

🍽️ Diet

• Diet Type: Carnivorous

• Preferred Foods:

  • High-protein Betta pellets

  • Frozen or live bloodworms

  • Brine shrimp

  • Daphnia

  • Mosquito larvae

• Feeding Tip: Offer small portions twice daily. A protein-rich diet helps maintain bright metallic sheen and color vibrancy.

🧫 Breeding Information

• Type: Bubble nest builder

• Pairing: Introduce female carefully; remove her after spawning

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

• Process:

  • Male builds a bubble nest at the water’s surface

  • Female is courted and embraced under the nest

  • Eggs are collected by the male and guarded until fry hatch

• Fry Feeding: Start with infusoria or micro-worms; then move to baby brine shrimp

💎 Special Traits

• Unique metallic galaxy pattern — appears different under various lighting angles

• Short fins for agility and reduced tearing risk

• Iridescent scaling gives a 3D effect similar to dragon-scale bettas

• Dynamic color shifts — may change slightly as fish matures

• Highly collectible — prized by fancy betta breeders for color diversity and brightness

❤️ Care Tips

• Maintain clean, warm water to preserve metallic scales

• Use LED or full-spectrum aquarium lighting to enhance color reflection

• Avoid mirrors or tankmates that cause constant flaring — it can stress the fish

• Perform 25–30% weekly water changes

• Use dark or natural substrate to make colors stand out vividly

📚 Summary Table

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