Crowntail

 Crowntail

• Tail/Fins: reduced webbing between rays of the fins creates long spikes on dorsal, anal, and caudal fins
• Color: every color
• Common Patterns: Solid, butterfly, dragon scale, piebald, full mask, grizzle, bi-color; marble and koi very rare
• Behavior: can be much more aggressive than veil tails

A male crown tail Betta is a spectacular sight. It's dorsal, caudal (tail) and anal fins all have reduced webbing in between the rays so the last ½ to ⅓ of the fins is made up of beautifully flowing spikes. The rays dance and flutter together as the fish swims, especially if it is trying to put on some speed.

Crowntails are stronger swimmers than veil tails but do still benefit from subdued current in their tanks.

This variety can also be much more aggressive than veil tails, but it depends on the individual fish and its ancestry.

Crowntails can be a little more delicate when it comes to disease and injury, so it’s important to keep them in pristine water conditions.

They are the next most common Betta, so you can find them in almost every color and pattern. I most often see them in grizzle and bi-color.

Key Characteristics

• Beautiful spiky fins and tail
• The second most common variety
• Much more aggressive