Dumbo Lavender Butterfly Halfmoon Betta
The Dumbo Lavender Butterfly Halfmoon Betta is an elegant and highly sought-after Betta splendens variety, prized for its soft lavender coloration, crisp butterfly fin pattern, and oversized Dumbo pectoral fins. This combination creates a graceful, flowing appearance that makes this Betta a standout centerpiece in any aquarium.
🦋 Lavender Butterfly Coloration
Bred for balance and refinement, Dumbo Lavender Butterfly Bettas feature a pastel lavender to light purple body with contrasting lighter fin edges, forming the classic butterfly pattern. Color intensity may range from pale lilac to deeper lavender depending on genetics and maturity. Each fish is unique, with variation in butterfly edge width and overall saturation.
Appearance & Traits
- 💜 Soft lavender to purple body with butterfly-patterned fins
- 🪽 Oversized Dumbo (Elephant Ear) pectoral fins
- 🌕 Full Halfmoon tail spread (≈180°) with long, flowing finnage
- ✨ Graceful movement and calm, elegant presence
Packaging & Sexual Dimorphism
All Bettas are unsexed and sold individually, though most are likely male. Males generally develop stronger coloration and tail spread, but juveniles and young fish may not yet display full color or finnage maturity.
Care & Tank Setup
Minimum tank size: 4 gallons (≈15 L), though 5–10 g tanks provide better stability
Filtration & heater: Gentle sponge or low-flow filtration with a reliable heater
- Temperature: 75–82 °F (24–28 °C)
- pH: 6.0–7.5
- KH: 0–5 dKH
- GH: 3–8 dGH
- TDS: ~100–200 ppm
Use soft lighting to highlight pastel tones and avoid strong currents that may stress long fins. Provide plants, caves, or driftwood for resting and cover. Male Bettas should be housed alone. Tankmates must be peaceful and non-fin-nipping.
Diet
Dumbo Lavender Butterfly Bettas are carnivorous. Feed high-quality betta pellets as a staple, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, or daphnia. Feed small portions 1–2× daily.
Lifespan
With proper care, Dumbo Lavender Butterfly Halfmoon Bettas typically live 3–5 years.
📦 Live Arrival Guarantee
All live fish are guaranteed to arrive healthy and active. In the rare case of DOA (Dead on Arrival), please:
- 📸 Provide clear photos/videos of the unopened package clearly showing the fish
- ⏰ Report within 1 hour of delivery to our support email (e.g. support@yourshop.com)
- ⚠️ Claims are eligible for refund or replacement (shipping excluded)
Shipping costs are non-refundable. While we cannot be held responsible for carrier delays or stolen packages, we will assist as much as possible. Please allow 2–3 business days for claims to be processed.
🚚 Shipping Schedule
- We ship Monday through Wednesday to minimize weekend delays
- No order minimums — available year-round when weather permits
- Heat/cold packs included when temperatures exceed 85 °F or fall below 40 °F
- Special requests? Contact us — your Betta’s safety is our top priority
⚠️ Note
Please ensure your aquarium meets the recommended water parameters prior to purchase. Losses due to poor water quality, improper acclimation, or incompatible tankmates are not covered. If you have questions about setup or care, feel free to reach out before ordering.
