Breeding Betta/Siamese Fighter fish?

Question

I am currently thinking about breeding a pair of fighters, I have a male which is starting to build bubble nests. But if I go and buy a female, when do I introduce her, and for how long do I introduce her until I take her or him out? Also, if the male has built the bubble nest then how long does it take for the eggs to be laid and for them to hatch. Thanks alot

Answer 1

when u buy a female u must condition her for at least 2 weeks.

On live and highly fatty foods like live worms. Both fishes need to be conditioned.

Then you need to do alot of research, as betta breeding isnt as simple as buy a male and female and adding them together.

For info on betta breeding, you are encouraged to see many betta sites as well as my own. http://www.bcaquatics.com

Answer 2

When the female is in breeding condition, there will be a"spawning tube"visible in her vent.It will look like a small 1.5 to 2 mm triangle. If you introduce a female that is not in breeding condition,the male may kill her,because it is instinctive for him to drive unreceptive females away,and there's really no place for her to go.
If the male has built a bubble nest and the female is plump with eggs,and showing the spawning tube,the spawn should begin within 24 hours.
The physical condition of both parents is important,and breeding condition is best achieved with a diet of live foods,and excellent water conditions.Careful and frequent water changes,with no wide swings in water chemistry or temperature are important.
After hatching the male will care for the eggs and the fry for as much as a couple of weeks,and this process is really a wonderful thing to watch. The most important item after hatching is the "first food" for the fry,this is usually "infusoria",a culture of microscopic life that you grow in "green water". You will need to do more research on this procedure before any spawning begins. Be prepared to start several cultures,so there will be plenty when it's needed.
A good book on spawning Anabantidae would be a very important aid to your endeavor.

Answer 3

the same old thank you to situation any fish for breeding is to up their protein intake. Betta are organic insect eaters, come the wet season, nutrition is abundant. 2 issues that clearly set off them is a upward thrust in temperature and a surprising abundance of nutrition. Mimic nature.

Answer 4

Read this site, its a really good site.
I bred bettas, its the father that does all the hard work. link below.