HMPK Barongsai #BRG08 – Premium Halfmoon Plakat Betta with Lion Dance Pattern

HMPK Barongsai #BRG08 is a premium Halfmoon Plakat Betta featuring bold barongsai-style coloration, compact fins, and powerful form—perfect as a standout centerpiece fish.

🌿 Variety Overview

• Type: Halfmoon Plakat (HMPK)

• Strain: Barongsai

• Code: #BRG08

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive (typical Betta behavior)

• Origin: Selective ornamental breeding

HMPK Barongsai bettas are highly sought after for their striking, mask-like facial coloration inspired by traditional lion dance (“Barongsai”) patterns. The short-finned plakat form gives them a muscular, athletic look combined with excellent swimming ability.

🎨 Appearance & Coloration

• Compact Halfmoon Plakat body with strong finnage

• Bold contrasting colors — typically red, orange, white, and black combinations

• Mask-like facial pattern reminiscent of Barongsai lion dance

• Clean 180-degree caudal spread when flaring

• Thick, well-structured dorsal and anal fins

#BRG08 displays intense pattern contrast and balanced fin proportions, making it suitable for collectors and show enthusiasts.

📏 Size & Lifespan

• Adult Size: 5–6 cm (2–2.5 inches)

• Lifespan: 3–5 years with proper care

Plakat types are generally more active and robust compared to long-finned varieties.

💧 Water Conditions

HMPK Bettas thrive in stable tropical freshwater environments:

• Temperature: 25°C – 28°C

• pH: 6.5 – 7.5

• Hardness: 3–10 dGH

• Water Flow: Gentle (low current preferred)

• Filtration: Sponge filter or low-flow filter system

Stable warm water and clean conditions are essential for maintaining fin health and coloration.

🏡 Tank Setup Recommendations

• Minimum Tank Size: 10–15 liters (2.5–5 gallons) for a single specimen

• Substrate: Sand or fine gravel

• Lighting: Moderate

• Plants: Anubias, Java fern, moss, floating plants

• Decor: Driftwood, betta caves, leaf hammocks

Provide resting areas near the surface. Avoid sharp decorations that could damage fins.

🐟 Tank Mates Compatibility

• Best kept alone (single specimen display)

• Can sometimes coexist with peaceful bottom dwellers in larger tanks

• Avoid other male bettas

• Avoid fin-nipping species

Plakat bettas are more active and territorial compared to long-fin types.

🍽 Feeding Habit

• Carnivorous

• Diet Recommendations:

  • High-quality betta pellets

  • Frozen foods: bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia

  • Occasional live food for conditioning

Feed once or twice daily in small portions to prevent bloating.

🛠 Care Level

• Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate

• Hardy but requires warm, stable water

• Regular 20–30% weekly water changes recommended

• Monitor for fin damage or stress

🌟 Why Choose HMPK Barongsai #BRG08?

• Unique Barongsai mask-style coloration

• Strong Halfmoon Plakat body structure

• Compact fins with excellent spread

• Highly collectible ornamental strain

• Ideal for display tanks and betta enthusiasts

HMPK Barongsai #BRG08 is a bold, high-contrast ornamental betta that combines traditional lion dance-inspired coloration with the powerful, athletic build of a Halfmoon Plakat. Perfect as a premium display fish for collectors and serious betta hobbyists.