Sunday, June 3, 2012

Tips and Tricks for Increasing the Lifespan of a Betta Fish

By James Conar


Are you a Betta fish enthusiast who wants to increase the lifespan of a Betta fish without all the chemicals and additives? First of all, do you know that Betta fish can live up to eight years? This is very rare, but it can happen if you take the proper precautions when caring for a Beta. Betas are from Southeast Asia, and they were used for all sorts of cool things. However, some of the things that people used them for is cruel. Thankfully, laws have been passed to prevent unmoral things from being done to these fish.

Betta fish are very small fish. They can grow to be larger, but they don't get as big as most tropical fish do. If you have children, purchasing one of these fish just might be a good choice. Children love to play with these fish because they are very smart creatures.

There is much to learn regarding the life expectancy of the Beta fish. For example, did you know that these fish are very active? This is because they are from a tropical climate. For instance, Beta breeding is a very active process. The males will do everything they can to ensure that their babies are kept safe and secure. The mothers are not to be kept with the babies. She will attack them if she gets an opportunity. To avoid this, be sure to remove the mother form the fish tank after the babies have hatched. The father Beta will care for the babies for a few weeks.

Before the breeding begins, the male Beta must win the respect of the female. The process is very entertaining. The male will do virtually anything to get the females attention. They will even dance for the female in hopes that she will notice them. The fathers are responsible for building the nest with their saliva.

To ensure that your fish lives a long life, be sure to pick up a guide on Beta care. This will help you make the best choices when caring for your Beta. Here's a tip, never put two males together. They will kill each other very quickly.

Water temperature is another thing to consider when caring for your Beta's life. If you want to create the best fish tank environment, you must consider the fact that these fish are from a tropical climate. Stick with a temperature of seventy to eighty degrees Fahrenheit and your Beta will be just fine.




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