5 Betta Fish Facts For the Successful Owner

By T L Gallamore

Betta fish are becoming a growing popular pet in America. With their vibrant colors, uniquely shaped fins, and interactive personalities, it isn't much of a surprise why. Welcome, inquisitive Betta owner, to five fun Betta fish facts. This article should serve as a useful mini guide you raising a thriving pet.
 
1) Personality: interaction is one of the most commonly overlooked aspects to owning a Betta fish. You may not know, but this species is particularly renowned for the fact that each individual fish can develop its own personality.

Some let you pet them, some jump up for food, most will flip out when they see you going for the food container, others can be trained to do small tricks such as jumping through a ring, others all of the above.

2) Bettas need lots of space: Despite the inhumane keeping of these fish in small flower vases, they are like any other creature and that they need space to exercise and thrive. My advice is to buy the largest fish tank or container that your budget and living conditions will allow for. A single Betta fish seems to do especially well if given a 5 to 10 gallon tank to live in.

3) What to feed your Betta: When it comes to Betta fish facts regarding food you've got a few options. First up are live foods, these are generally tasty and your Betta will gobble them down, but really should only be given as a snack. This is because live foods are high in protein and fats, but low in other nutrients essential to a balanced diet. I recommend using pellets for two reasons. First of all, they offer an all-around healthy meal. Second, they are easy to measure out because each pellet is around the same size.

4) How much to feed: When it comes to feeding time, most companies put out some different "Betta fish facts" than the ones you should really be following. In the interest of selling as many bottles of food as possible, most companies are going to give you recommendations that are actually overfeeding your pet. The best scene schedule I've found is to give two pellets in the morning and two at night.

5) Sick Betta fish: Because they are very susceptible to imbalances in water chemical levels and parasite borne illnesses, is important to know the warning signs of a sick fish. The most common symptoms involve discoloration, streets around the gills, white spots on the fins or body, and extreme lethargy.

When becoming a Betta fish owner is important to have all the information you need to succeed.