They make great pets and can even relieve everyday stress and anxiety for their owners.
Betta fish also known as Betta-Splendens and Siamese-fighting fish are quite spectacular creatures with breathtaking flamboyant colours and flaunting tails. Originally from Asia they are a tropical, freshwater fish that come in different varieties and breeds.
They can live up to 4 years.
These fish can swim happily in small fish bowls or larger aquariums.
So, what is the very best way to care for your betta fish?
When choosing a fish-tank for your pet betta, bear in mind to give your fish a good-sized tank. This will help to prolong its life expectancy and the more water the better.
These fish naturally reside in small mud puddles, Torker unicycle gulping air from the water surface. So to ensure their health they will need plenty of clean, fresh water. Also the temperature should never go below 74 F and should hover around 79 F. To maintain these temperatures the owner will need a thermometer and heater.
Remember that if you are keeping your betta fish with other fish then it is advisable to use a tank which holds at least ten gallons of water.
Males are territorial and can be aggressive in protecting their 'space' with other male bettas. Watch out for fighting and injuries, as they can spread infection in the tank if left untreated.
Decorating the habitat or tank with different colored stones (gravel), silk plants and possibly a cave-type structure is advisable so it will enable the betta to hide, because the more cleverly creative the living space is, then the happier the fish will be.
Because the betta fish is a carnivore, it will need to eat protein and also frozen processed foods are ok. A correct diet will maintain their health by boosting their immune system, hence a longer lifespan. Please do not over-feed them as this can obviously cause harm.
I hope you have found these tips helpful if you already own, or are planning to buy a betta fish as a pet.
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