Ideal Betta Setup

Okay, so i am posting his picture so i can explain to people how to properly house your betta fish.

This would be considered one of THE BEST betta homes. At least 5 gallons. This is a 6.6 gallon petco bookshelf tank. The tank you buy comes with a different light and a different filter than what i have.

Up top i used a different light so that when im working inside the tank, i don't have to take off a huge light to get in there. The fluval fluorescent light uses less energy and lasts longer.

you'll also notice i have a heater in there....BETTAS ARE FROM TROPICAL CLIMATES so please try to keep your bettas at a temperature of 78 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a thermometer too! so you know you aren't boiling your fish!

Next i used a canister nano filter on the left of the picture. I used it because it is more efficient and cheaper in the long run. If you look closely you'll see i put plants all around the water return tube (horizontal tube) and pointed it towards the back wall to keep the water flow from blowing my fish all over the place. They arent very strong swimmers lol.

So if youre thinking of buying a betta, you dont have to go as extravagant as i did but give your betta AT LEAST two gallons! they are fish too and like to swim! Many fish hobbyists consider it animal cruelty to put them is anything less.
And you vase and plant people....just no. it can be a death trap for bettas.

Decorations should not be hard plastic, use silk plants or real plants and make sure your fish wont cut his fins if he swims by it. If you rub a pair of pantyhose along it and it catches, your betta may get hurt.

Comment with questions! I just hope this helps people because your betta should LIVE FOR 5 YEARS!!

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