How to Care for Your Betta Fish

Welcome fellow betta lover. It doesn't matter if you recently purchased your first betta and are searching for care information or you are an expert with bettas just staying updated with the most current strategies - this report and the links included will definitely be of help to you.

First please allow me to provide you with a little background info: my name is Jason Andrews and I have been taking care of and breeding betta fish for in excess of twenty five years. This is my first crack at blogging, so I chose to do it about a topic I truly am passionate about - betta fish. All of the information enclosed comes from personal experience from the dozens of betta fish I have cared for at any given time.

Taking care of bettas requires good water conditions, the proper food, and most of all some love. In the correct conditions, bettas can live to or even grow older than their fifth birthday.

By far the most important part of ensuring an extended, happy life for your betta is their water. Water to a betta is like air to a person - it must be just right for them to be happy. Bettas are warm water creatures who need warm water with proper minerals. When using tap water make sure to treat the water to remove chlorine and to place some drops of aquarisol and salt to the water to prevent certain bacteria.

Tank conditions are also crucial. The size of the tank should be a minimum of two gallons for one lone fish. If you expect to share his bowl, be certain to review specifically which sea life should and shouldn't share a tank with betta fish. Some fish are dangerous and definitely should never be in the same tank. You should also learn about the various kinds of bettas because each variety has specific needs or preferences.

After making sure the tank and water conditions are in good condition, it is crucial to pay attention to your betta's food intake. A healthy diet will have variety, encompassing a wide range of vitamins. A lot of fish owners make the mistake of feeding their betta fish the same thing each day. While this is quick, you will notice that the color of your betta fish will turn dull over time - not from age, but because a diet that lacks variety, and therefore doesn't come with all the vitamins your fish requires. On the other hand, giving your betta living food (which he will really enjoy) can be unhealthy for various reasons. Feed him too much live food and he may literally eat himself to death, while unclean live food can spread sickness and parasites.

As you become used to your betta fish, you will also figure out how to understand when he is healthy and when he isn't feeling well. Besides being lethargic, there are a number of signs for sick betta fish. Once you learn how to see the symptoms, you will be able to diagnose and then treat your diseased betta so he gets better quickly. Practically all disease comes from bad tank conditions, so making sure his water is clean will prevent almost every disease. If you do believe your betta is ill, be certain to review about the many betta fish illnesses and what to do so you can correctly diagnose and take care of him for a fast and safe recovery.

Overall, taking care of betta fish isn't difficult as long as you take care of their needs. The information provided inside this article should be of great help in taking care of your betta. I hope you get as much enjoyment from having your betta fish as I do from mine. Good luck and have fun! If you are searching for additional info, make sure to read this [honest review of the Betta Lovers Guide. It's my favorite guide for all parts of keeping your betta healthy, and also has a terrific breeding guide.