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Hi Bill! Small mouthbrooders were the direction I was leaning, but I have very hard, basic water, so I want to make sure that the species I choose will be okay with that. I can make some adjustments, but at this time, it would be better to hold off on getting wilds, rather than committing to constantly correcting water parameters. I have a solid science background in Bio and Chem, so I have the knowledge and skills, but right now that’s a commitment I’m not prepared to make.
I was looking at the picta complex as a possibility – albimarginata is also lovely, but the species profile I was reading suggested larger tank sizes. Some sources say the picta complex are generally tolerant of hard water; other sources say they need soft water.
I’d love to have a pair of wilds in one of my little 3.5g tanks (filtered, planted); I have a number of small tanks from 2.5g to 10g accumulated over years of frequent moves. Do mouthbrooders do well in reverse trios? I’ve heard some species the females cn be pretty demanding on the males.
Also, can you give me some advice on the best source for wild betta species? The closest Betta club is several hours away, in Indiana, so going to a meeting isn’t realistic.