Sunday, December 27, 2009

What kind of underwater object do you think a beta fish will enjoy?

What do you think it would enjoy hidding in? A plant , coral ....What kind of underwater object do you think a beta fish will enjoy?
A BETTA splendens would enjoy a variety of things. Firstly, silk and live plants are the best. Do not put plastic plants in their tanks. Plastic will shred delicate fins.





Hiding places, such as new terra cotta pots with sealed holes are great too. Basically, any decoration that will not tear or harm the betta is enjoyed.





Do not add coral, shells, limestone rock, etc. These materials slowly dissolved in the water. They add ions of calcium to the water that harden the water. Bettas prefer softer water, and the pH fluctuations will stress the betta. The prolonged stress will eventually lead to disease. If in doubt, pour some vinegar on an object and hold your ear close. If you hear some fizzing and popping, the material will dissolve in water, you don't want that.





You can get live plants are local fish stores, or by mail order.What kind of underwater object do you think a beta fish will enjoy?
I have my male betta, Bubbles, in a small tank with a gravel, a silk plant, and a figurine that looks like one of those crazy sculptures from Easter Island. He spends alot of time in and around the plant, with the occasional cruise to check out the statue. If I'm near his tank, he's usually circling the top, begging for food.
i always use baby cuttings of java ferns in my tanks. live plants are really a must in betta tanks as they help with the water quality.





Bettas dont need anything to play with, but plants are very good and it isnt uncommon for people to find there bettas acting cute in hte plants. some will rest on the leaves.
i wouldnt put a live plant in there unless u have a nice size tank. i would go to walmart or a petstore and get some small plants but dont over do it. good luck
You can either get a silk plant, a SMOOTH cave, or some live plants. You can get floating plants, but make sure that they don't cover the entire top of the tank. I recommend some java fern. You can get it at some petsmart and some petco stores, as well as several fish shops. Good luck, and don't get anything sharp or plastic.

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