🐠 Wild Betta Sunrise Tail Longfin Imbellis Male

🔹 Overview

The Wild Betta Imbellis (Sunrise Tail Longfin variant) is a selectively bred form of Betta imbellis, commonly called the Peaceful Betta.
It combines the calm, refined temperament of true wild bettas with the extended, flowing finnage of ornamental lines and a radiant sunrise color gradient on its tail — a blend of orange, gold, and red hues fading into blue or green.

The result is a fish that looks wild yet glows with an inner sunrise.

🔹 Origin & Classification

The Sunrise Tail Longfin line was developed by enhancing natural coloration and introducing mild fin-extension traits through careful selective breeding while keeping the authentic imbellis body structure and personality intact.

🔹 Physical Description

1. Size:

   • Males reach 5–6 cm (2–2.5 inches) in body length, slightly larger with long fins.

2. Body Shape:

   • Slender, torpedo-like, built for slow, graceful swimming.

   • Less bulky than domestic Betta splendens.

3. Coloration:

   • Base Body: Deep metallic green or turquoise shimmer over a dark base.

   • Gill Plates: Iridescent emerald highlights.

   • Tail (Sunrise Effect): A gradient from gold or orange near the base to fiery red at the tips, often with a blue or green halo on the edges.

   • Fins: Semi-transparent with a soft metallic glow.

4. Fins (Longfin Trait):

   • Caudal fin (tail) — elongated and rounded, accentuating the sunrise gradient.

   • Dorsal and anal fins — slightly extended, flow gently without excessive weight.

   • Fin edges often rimmed in iridescent blue or copper.

5. Scales:

   • Fine, smooth metallic scales that reflect light like silk.

6. Eyes:

   • Dark brown with a subtle blue or green sheen, intelligent and alert.

🔹 Temperament & Behavior

• Temperament: Peaceful (as the species name imbellis means “peaceful”).

• Aggression: Minimal compared to B. splendens; males only flare briefly to establish territory.

• Social Nature: Can coexist with females or other mild species in larger tanks.

• Intelligence: Observant, recognizes owner, responds to feeding time.

• Activity: Graceful swimmer; enjoys resting among plants or leaves.

The Sunrise Longfin displays its fins beautifully when calm, making it ideal for a tranquil, planted aquarium.

🔹 Natural Environment Simulation

To mimic its native habitat:

• Use soft, slightly acidic, tannin-rich water.

• Add Indian almond leaves or driftwood for color and antibacterial benefits.

• Maintain a gentle current with shaded lighting.

• Provide dense vegetation, both rooted and floating.

🔹 Tank Setup & Water Parameters

🔹 Diet & Feeding

• Type: Carnivorous / Insectivorous

• Preferred Foods:

  • Live or frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae

  • Quality betta micro-pellets or granules

• Feeding Schedule: 1–2 times daily in small amounts

• Special Tip: Include occasional live food — it deepens the sunrise tail coloration.

• Avoid: Overfeeding and dry flakes (low nutritional value).

🔹 Health & Maintenance

Common Concerns:

• Fin Damage: Avoid sharp objects that can tear the delicate long fins.

• Stress Color Fading: Keep water parameters stable and tank quiet.

• Fungal/Bacterial Infections: Controlled through clean water and tannins.

• Bloating: Feed small portions and include fast days.

Care Routine:

• Weekly 20–30% water change.

• Maintain temperature consistency.

• Observe behavior daily for signs of illness or stress.

🔹 Compatibility

🔹 Breeding Information

• Breeding Type: Bubble-nest builder.

• Nest Site: Male builds bubble nest under leaves or plant cover.

• Spawning Process:

  • Male courts female and embraces her to release eggs.

  • He collects and guards eggs in the nest.

  • Remove female after spawning.

• Incubation: 24–48 hours; fry free-swim after 3 days.

• Fry Food: Infusoria → baby brine shrimp after 5 days.

• Difficulty: Moderate; requires soft, warm, still water.

🔹 Lifespan

• Average: 3–4 years.

• With Optimal Care: Up to 5 years in stable, stress-free conditions.

🔹 Special Features of the Sunrise Tail Longfin Imbellis

1. Peaceful Disposition: Ideal for community and planted setups.

2. Natural Elegance: Retains wild appearance despite long fins.

3. Unique Color Gradient: Radiant orange-red sunrise tail fades into blue-green body shimmer.

4. Adaptive and Resilient: Handles slight fluctuations in water better than many domestic bettas.

5. Intelligent and Interactive: Recognizes caretaker and responds to gestures.

🔹 Quick Care Summary

🌅 Summary

The Wild Betta Sunrise Tail Longfin Imbellis Male is a serene and dazzling gem among bettas — a fish that mirrors a tropical sunrise every time it spreads its fins.
Its peaceful nature, shimmering body, and soft tail gradient make it ideal for aquarists who appreciate subtle wild beauty with artistic coloration rather than showy aggression.

Elegant, calm, and intelligent — this betta is nature’s quiet masterpiece in motion.

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