My Crowntail Freddy died a few nights back. I don’t know why….I’m assuming he was just sick. He was sickly for awhile…Not eating and such. Well he’s in a better place now…
P.S. Sorry I haven’t had much to add lately, I’m just getting settled here in Kent and getting ready to go to College.
I have been gettting tons of emails and comments about betta fish with lots of interesting questions. I will attempt to answer some of them here.
I am always asked: What is the best store to buy betta fish?
My opionion is the petco is the best corporate/chain pet store for betta fish selection and quality…
Also guys (and gals) you may want to take a look at your local FISH store… the kind that only specialize in fish. Not any kind of chain. That is where you can find the truly spectacular betta fish you see posted here from time to time.
I live in Florida and there are a TON of fish stores around me that have an amazing betta fish selection. I know a couple owners of these shops personally that give me a call when they have something they know I’m loooking for.
Please consider searching for a fish hobbiest store in your area before going to the chain pet store for betta fish.
ok tomorrow I’m going to get two bettas, 1 female and 1 male. I have two separate 1.75 gal. tanks w/ two plastic plants and a cave. They will each have a filter and I put the chemical in that you need one drop of for tap water. I have the right food, too. I keep reading that you need a lot of space for bettas, but a couple of years ago we had bettas in the same conditions, but they didn’t last long, I’m not sure if it’s because the store I got them from just had them in l a cup of water in plastic bags…. or am I doing something wrong please help!
Also, I was wondering if there’s enough room for a different fish or something to put into the females tank? help!
1.75 gallons is enough rooms for betta fish… I have seem them kept for a very long time in very some jars/containers (not that they were happy).
Also, are you sure you have the right food? Some pet store sell those betta flakes that betta just seem to hate. Try pellets if you can.
As for keeping different fish with females – I would not suggest it. They are still pretty agressive and could potentially kill the other fish.
O also I know what you mean about the people and what they tell you!
1.They told us that guppies were very hardy and did not need the special chemical for tap water or could be put in the tank right away!
2. They told us to wash the tanks with soap, but luckily we knew better.
3. They told us you could a male betta in with different fish….We got him out in time.
That has been a few years ago and I want my bettas to be happy and healthy
4. Also do I really need a heater?
1. Correct! Guppies are not that hardy.
2. Correct! Don’t use soap ever.
3. Correct again! Male bettas are extremely aggressive.
4. Nope, Not unless you keep your house cold. They enjoy temperatures in the upper 70’s and 80’s. I suggested this to someone who kept there house at 70-72 f.
I also read that you should not put rocks in for bettas, because a tank like mine should be cleaned often and the rocks make the tank dirty or something Maybe I’m just thinking to hard idk!
You can keep rocks with you betta. Just be sure to clean them from time to time. I personally don’t because I don’t like to spend a lot of time cleaning the betta tanks. Rocks are good though.
o i read that i need to clean the tank 2-3 times a week, is that true?
Well.. if you have a filter that often is not necessary. I clean my tanks once a week with no filter. But some people prefer more often.
This is the best website I’ve found so far and want to make sure I’m doing everything right! I read somewhere, it might have been wikipedia that said black bettas don’t live nearly as long as the others is that true?
Never heard that before. I have had a black betta fish for a very long time. Also… it may be kind of hard for you to find a black betta fish as they are somewhat rare to see in stores.
Here is a really awesome betta fish tattoo.
Thanks Elizabeth for sending me this great picture!
Yes, thats doesn’t seem like a lot but considering that my other two betas didn’t make it past that point its a big deal to me. My fishy has been quite happy even with some of the hot days we have had. As far as the suggestions for his water habitat I’ve been trying to find the best balance. Some have suggested tap water, however I’ve found that my tap water allows things to get cloudier more often. With the purified water it stays quite clear. I also have a additive that decreases nitrous and brings up the good levels of bacteria. With my newest fish things have stayed very clean and I found if I clean it too often it affects him. So I’ve been going a bit longer and he’s quite happy. So I just thought I’d update ya. Hopefully more stories to come.
Here are a few great crowntail bettas. Enjoy!
Betta Fish are what I blog about.
