How long does it take for fighting fish to have babies?

Question posted by Darren.

Fighting fish are ready to spawn when they’re about 4-6 months old, depending on the way they’ve been raised. Breeding is a big topic on it’s own, but basically once the eggs are fertilised they hatch within 24-48 hours and the tiny babies (fry) grow to adulthood in about 4 months (given good conditions).

(Several chapters of the breeding process are in the making and will be released in the articles section shortly. Keep tuned!)

How do I tell if my fish is a male or female?

Generally you can tell if your fish is a male by its long fins. Females have shorter fins, usually not as good colors and always a small white dot sticking out on their belly. :-)

There are short finned males (Plakats) that can be mistaken for females and has to be distinguished with the white dot.