It is the opinion of the Judging Board that the use of descriptive names that do not relate any beneficial genetic information regarding a specific Betta is detrimental to the hobby and might be construed as misleading.
It is the opinion of the Judging Board that the use of descriptive names that do not relate any beneficial genetic information regarding a specific Betta is detrimental to the hobby and might be construed as misleading.
Therefore, we strongly urge IBC Members to use genetic terminology related to the specific betta strain when selling or trading stock. Terms such as "dark blue iridescent" or "light bodied bicolor" are favored over some of the more popular trade names given.
It is also the opinion of the Judging Board that IBC Members should refrain from using the terminology "half moon geno." This may relay to a person that the fish will guarantee half moon. As it has not been proven a half moon gene exists and it is more a special traits quality which requires many different conditions in order to produce, the Judging Board strongly encourages its IBC members refrain from using such terminology when selling or trading stock. |
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