Some Techniques for Maintaining Betta Fish in The Aquarium
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Meta: Bettas fish are so unique. For those who are interested in maintaining Betta fish in the aquarium, we have some practical tips to help you.
Bettas
fish (scientific name: Betta Splendens) are recognized as Siamese fighting fish
as they have aggressive character toward other bettas. They are well-known for
their bright colored skins, and outstanding
fins originated from varied morphs. Their body is only 2,5 inches (not
including tail), but they look fierce. If you’re maintaining betta in the
aquarium, here are some useful tips for you.
1.
Betta’s Diet
A
well-proportioned Betta’s diet consists of a variety
of flakes, pellets, freeze-dried, and bloodworms. Before giving them those diets,
warm up your Bettas by giving frozen food. Feed them carefully in 1 to 2
minutes and don’t overfeed since it can rapidly foul the water. If your bettas
are still young (small betta), feed them the smaller pellets or superbly
crushed flakes food.
2.
Appropriate Aquarium
This
is the second point you need to pay attention in
maintaining Betta fish in the aquarium. As they often breath through the
surface of the water, keep the aquarium (the upper side) opened. However, you
can occasionally close the aquarium in order to prevent outside things
contaminating the water. Also, check the filter of the aquarium regularly to keep the water clean.
Set
the proper aquarium temperature (maximum 77 F). You can also attach some plants
or other ornaments in your aquarium. Also, don’t forget to change 50% of the water once a week and the entire water in 2 to
4 weeks. Make sure that you always check your water tank cleanliness in order
to avoid your Bettas from any contamination.
Those
are some points you need to pay attention in
maintaining Betta fish in the aquarium. The last but not least, avoid adding
similar aggressive fish together with betta
in the aquarium since they might fight. However, you can add other less aggressive
fish.
Reference:
Munn, S. (2019). Ten Tips For Caring for
Your Discus Fish. Dipetik March 2019, 2019, dari Aquafind:
http://aquafind.com/articles/CaringForDiscusFish.php