I have mine in a large bowl, but I heard they like smaller areas, so I was thinking of getting him a regular little fish bowl. What do you think?
2007-01-09 05:07:08 · 12 answers · asked by Fenway♥George 5 in Pets ➔ Fish
I think calling people morons and idiots is outrageous and juvinells, it is a 4 dollar fish from walmart for crying out loud! From the advice, I will continue to keep my Betta in a larger tank so he will be happier and healthier. Thanks.
2007-01-09 09:44:35 · update #1
Bettas need at least one gallon of water per fish to be happy, healthy fish. Never, never put them in the tiny betta bowls they sell. Most people will tell you, if you keep your betta in a small container, you won't have him very long. Bigger is better. Your betta will thank you for it.
2007-01-09 08:55:35 · answer #1 · answered by Just Another Godless Liberal lol 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I once mated Beta (Siamese fighting fish). I saw a difference in a 10 gallon tank with all the whistles and bangs. They loved the freedom and swam all over the place, and not the bottom. But a non-filter bowl or tank is OK. You have to change the water at least 2 times a week with a 50/50 mix of spring and distilled water. Don't put any combination of the two together-they will kill each other. A bit of trivia-the male blows a bubble nest and once a female is introduced-they "fight" and she lets go of the eggs. remove her quickly after that. The male takes the eggs,puts them in the bubbles, then he fertilizes and waits till the hatch. Now keep an eye on when they do (about 2 weeks). If they do- he will eat them. Now they babies are fine until they grow-at the end you may have 20-30 live and sell-able Beta's. In answer to a lonliness-most likely not. Put two of them together (in seperate bowls) and watch what happens-you'll like the show--or put one in front of a mirror.-you'll get a kick out of it. another tid bit-don't put another fish with a Beta-they may try to harm the other fish-but now I have seen them get along-so I guess it's all in there personality-like any animal or person. Sounds crazy, but you will see personality traits-mine used to let me pet him, but another one I had tried to nip my finger.
2016-05-22 23:09:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most important aspects of keeping bettas is not really the size of the space, but the condition of the water. It does not need aeration. Bettas have an ability to breathe air from the surface, so aeration via filtration is not necessary; however, they need clean water kept at a specific temperature and regular water changes for any fish is very stressful and should be done no more than necessary. That is the biggest reason people keep fish in larger tanks. Cleaner water for a longer period of time. If you are planning to house your Betta in a container, make sure it is large enough to hold at least a gallon of water. It is also vital to clean the jar or bowl, but never replace all of the water. The water has to "age." Replace only about 50% of the water once a week. Anyway, there's a lot to know. Go to these sites. They have some good info.
2007-01-09 05:15:49 · answer #3 · answered by Venice Girl 6 · 3⤊ 4⤋
Why in the world would a betta like a tiny bowl better than a large tank? I'm sorry but these people are morons. They clearly know nothing about fish and need to do some reading before they give out any more bad advice that makes them look dumb.
The people who gave thumbs down to Nunya and Zoe, and probably me next, all need to do a little research. I know it may be hard, but READING is good for you people.
So yea, bettas like larger places. Small bowls are virtually impossible to heat and filter properly, plus there is absolutely no swimming room.
2007-01-09 06:11:36 · answer #4 · answered by fish guy 5 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Nunyz is completely correct (whoever gave her a thumbdown IS an idiot).
The proof is in the pudding! Put a betta in a little bowl with no heat or filtration. Put another betta in a real, 5 gallon tank with heat and filtration. The one in the tank will live much longer, have fewer health issues, be more colourful and more active.
A large bowl, even, is inadequate (but of course better than a small bowl!). Like all fish, bettas need clean water. They need filtration, and they NEED heat (80F, just like the water they are from in the wild). A 5 gallon tank with heat and filter is a perfect set up for a betta fish, and your betta will prove it to you.
2007-01-09 05:22:52 · answer #5 · answered by Zoe 6 · 5⤊ 2⤋
The bigger the better. I actually keep mine in a 10 gallon aquarium.
People make all kinds of bizare claims about bettas mainly so they can feel better about the cruel way the care for them.
BETTAS NEED A FILTER AND HEATER!!!! as well as an area to swim around in.
2007-01-09 06:33:54 · answer #6 · answered by GuZZiZZit 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
The bigger the better. Although a betta will usually not swim around a too large of area, a large bowl is niced for them then a tiny one, and it is easier to keep a healthy water quality. They definitly will not be bothered by having too much room.
2007-01-09 05:11:31 · answer #7 · answered by allyalexmch 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋
yes,get him a regular fish bowl,but WITH a top.bettas can jump out of unclosed bowls/tanks.if you dont want to fuss with buying another bowl,add some decorations to his home so he will know what to do.remember,bettas are small and dont need huge houses.
2007-01-09 08:07:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
place a sheet of plastic or glass into the bowl to make the area smaller and see if it helps the fish
2007-01-09 05:15:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 5⤋
Smaller. They don't like open spaces. They are scared little fish. Get him a smaller bowl and keep it clean.
2007-01-09 05:11:59 · answer #10 · answered by Lisa H 4 · 1⤊ 6⤋