2007-01-07 10:27:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
I don't think you can import animals and/or food from south america without proper permits.
2007-01-07 10:30:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a fish exporter I would say that shipping a single fish would be all too costly and time consuming. There are many aquaiums in colombia that breed betta and im sure you can buy plenty from there. I you are very fond of your fish i would believe that you would not want it to die, so i think your best option would be giving it away as most shipments end up with pretty high mortality rates. Im not sure if your betta would make it alive.
2007-01-08 14:35:58 · answer #2 · answered by Janu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reality check involves whether your Betta even knows you exist and don't you just recognize it by its appearance?
Start by taking a photo in color of the fish.
Next find a friend you can give the fish to as a gift.
Last, when you get settled go into a pet store in Colombia and show them the photo so they can sell you a replacement.
2007-01-07 18:31:35 · answer #3 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PLace fish in chilled water,slowly.place fish and water into a plastic bage.purge air in bag with pure oxigen.seal bag.place bag into strofoam box add a small amount of ice.this slows metabolism of fish.seal the box and ship UPS.label as live animal.make sure whoever collects fish at destination uses caution and introduces animal to new water slowly so that revival rate will not cause shock.75% chance of survival.
2007-01-07 18:59:49 · answer #4 · answered by stratoframe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is not a good idea to move a fish from one altitude to another fish are very sensitive to changes in pressure, it may survive the plane ride but will die soon after you exit the cabin of the plane.
2007-01-07 18:43:05 · answer #5 · answered by Maybe I am a smartass..so what 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No you are not allowed to transport Livestock,Fish or Animals without some very expensive paperwork and a degree and alotta bribes.
2007-01-07 18:36:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even if it's legal the chances of it surviving that trip are not good. Changes in climate and stress can cause the fish to die. They can be pretty delicate. I don't suggest it if you are attached to your fish.
2007-01-07 18:36:11 · answer #7 · answered by Cute But Evil 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it cant be expensive for a tiny fishie but, it is stressful on the fish
2007-01-07 18:30:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not give them away and buy new ones in Columbia.
I mean, it's not like they know you.
2007-01-07 18:30:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋