Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male – Tropicflow
ReelUp tracking pixel Read the Privacy Policy
  • Send Us a Message
    •
    1 2

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    $40.00 USD
    $40.00 USD
    Sale Sold out
    Shipping calculated at checkout.

    Product Parameters

    Betta Fish Water Parameter

    • Temperature: Keep water between 75Β°F to 82Β°F (24Β°C to 28Β°C).
    • 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

    Acclimating Your Betta Fish

    1. Temperature Match: Ensure the new tank's water temperature matches the water the Betta fish was previously in.
    2. Float the Bag: Float the bag with the Betta fish in the new tank for 15-20 minutes to adjust to the temperature.
    3. 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.
    4. Net Transfer: Gently transfer the Betta fish from the bag into the tank using a net.
    5. Dim Lighting: Keep tank lights off initially to reduce stress on the fish.
    6. Monitor Behavior: Watch for signs of stress and discomfort, adjusting as needed.
    7. Regular Observation: Check on the Betta fish frequently in the first days to ensure it's adjusting well.
    8. Water Testing: Regularly test water parameters to ensure they're suitable for Betta fish.
    9. Provide Hiding Places: Offer hiding spots to make the Betta feel secure.
    10. Avoid Overfeeding: Feed sparingly to maintain water quality.
    11. Patience: Give the Betta time to acclimate, which may take a few days.

    Grower Pick Product

    Flat Rate Shipping As Low As $25

    At Tropicflow, we strive to make the shipping process as affordable and convenient as possible for our customers. Our flat rate shipping starts as low as $20, 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 Product

    At Tropicflow, we take pride in shipping only the highest quality product to our customers. Our fish, plant are carefully selected for their excellent health, vibrant colors, and wide, full tails.

    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!

    πŸŒ‘πŸ‚ Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta splendens Male | Blackwater Line

    The Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta splendens Male represents a return to natural formβ€”selected for health, structure, and authentic copper expression that develops best in tannin-rich blackwater environments. This is a wild-style splendens with a classic spade-shaped tail, bred for endurance and balance rather than exaggerated finnage.

    This listing is intended for keepers who value natural behavior, subtle coloration, and long-term vitality.

    🍁 Blackwater Copper Expression

    In blackwater, the body darkens and stabilizes. Over time, a warm copper sheen emerges across the scalesβ€”soft, earthy, and understated. 🟀✨ The color resembles oxidized metal and wet leaf litter under filtered light.

    Copper tones are strongest under low lighting with stable parameters. In bright or sterile tanks, coloration may appear muted. This fish reveals itself gradually as stress fades and conditions settle.

    The spade tail form reflects traditional wild splendens geneticsβ€”compact, functional, and built for steady swimming.

    🌿 Recommended Blackwater Setup

    • βœ”οΈ Indian almond leaves or mixed botanicals
    • βœ”οΈ Natural driftwood and leaf litter
    • βœ”οΈ Soft, slightly acidic water
    • βœ”οΈ Low lighting and gentle flow
    • βœ”οΈ Calm, established aquarium

    These conditions allow copper coloration to surface naturally and remain stable.

    πŸ“‹ Product Specifications

    Color Dark Natural Base with Copper Sheen (blackwater dependent)
    Tail Type Spade Tail – wild splendens form
    Fin Type Short Fin / Wild Form
    Age 4 – 6 months
    Gender Male
    Line Wild Betta splendens – Blackwater Focused
    Origin Vietnam (Farm Raised)
    Shipping Shipped From California | Live Arrival Guaranteed

    🌾 Important Notes

    • βœ”οΈ Natural coloration develops over time
    • βœ”οΈ Blackwater environment strongly recommended
    • βœ”οΈ Not intended for bright display tanks
    • βœ”οΈ Best suited for botanical or species-only setups

    This fish carries the shape of the wild. Given the right water, it settlesβ€”and endures.

    View full details

    Customer Review


    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 14 reviews.

    I am very happy with all my purchases with tropicflow, I will continue to purchase from tropicflow in the future. Have some in the shopping cart as we speak

    Johnny O. 5/5 Verified

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Customer photo review of Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Love this guy, he’s very active and very tolerant in a stocked community tank. Oddly enough him and my apisto are getting along well

    Matthew C. 5/5 Verified

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Came very healthy and active! Staff communication was lacking slightly in responsiveness but made up for it by delivering on promised date when prompted. Would recommend!

    Matthew C. 5/5 Verified

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Customer video review of Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    This little guy is absolutely stunning! His colors are more like an ever changing oil slick as he moves about the tank. He arrived healthy, is very inquisitive, and adapting to his new environment very nicely. Sorry the video isn't that great. He's not a very "sit in one spot" Betta. Kai and the rest of the team are very quick to answer any of my questions. 5⭐️'s! Highly recommend.

    Noah G. 5/5 Verified

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    Not sure what special water he arrived in but he’s been visibly unwell since arrival. I responded earlier and got no response. Now i’ll leave a public response. I dont want my money back. I dont want to scoop another dead fish i try to give a good life.

    Stirling A. 1/5 Verified

    Copper Spade Tail Wild Betta Splendens Male

    623389569_18118759717589446_1794827188188026619_n

    Male Betta Fish

    View Collection
    Wild Strain Altum Angelfish

    Angelfish

    Explore Now
    Red Pigeon Discus Fish

    Discus

    Explore Now
    Untitled_-_September_03_2026_at_21

    Guppy

    Explore Now