Scarlet Badis

Add intense colour and fascinating micro-predator behaviour to your aquarium with the beautiful Scarlet Badis. Dario dario Despite their tiny size, Scarlet Badis are packed with personality and brilliant red coloration. Males develop vibrant scarlet-red bodies with dark vertical barring, making them one of the most eye-catching nano fish available for planted aquariums.

Peaceful but territorial with their own kind, Scarlet Badis are ideal for carefully planned nano aquariums where their natural behaviour and stunning colours can truly shine.

🌿 Why Choose Scarlet Badis?
🎨 Brilliant scarlet-red coloration with dark striping
🐠 Tiny fish packed with personality and character
🌿 Perfect for planted nano aquariums
⭐ Fascinating natural hunting and territorial behaviour
🪴 Looks stunning among moss, plants, and leaf litter

In a densely planted aquarium, Scarlet Badis carefully explore their surroundings, hunting tiny live foods and displaying to rivals with vivid colour flashes.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Dario dario
📛 Common Name: Scarlet Badis
🏠 Tank Size: 30L+ recommended
📏 Adult Size: ~2 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 22–26°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful but territorial with males
🍽️ Diet: Live and frozen micro foods preferred
👥 Group Size: Single male with females or carefully managed groups

Scarlet Badis thrive in heavily planted aquariums with gentle flow, leaf litter, moss, and plenty of hiding places.

🐠 Compatibility
Best suited for peaceful nano aquariums with tiny rasboras, small shrimp, and other gentle species. Avoid large, fast, or aggressive fish that may outcompete them for food.

⚠️ Important Notes
Scarlet Badis can be fussy feeders and often prefer live or frozen foods over dry foods. Males may spar over territory, so visual barriers and dense planting are important.

A fantastic choice for UK aquarists wanting a tiny but incredibly colourful nano fish with fascinating natural behaviour.