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That is simply a matter of evolution. Obviously Bettas like all other livng things evolved in such a way as to try to secure and assure the survival of their species. Part of that evolution process established that the females will be smaller than the males.

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When mature, yes. Size varies from type to type and from fish to fish, but males on average have both larger bodies and larger/longer fins than females. However, immature males are very similar in size and appearance to mature females, so size shouldn't be the only factor when determining sex.

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Your betta fish is a female if she has smaller fins than an average male.


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