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What do Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens) eat?
In nature they eat worms, insect larvae, and small bottom dwellers. Feed mainly prepared food with clean live foods like daphnia and bloodworms to trigger feeding.
How long until a Siamese fighting fish (Betta) can breed?
A Betta can breed at 4 months, or when over 5 cm long. Breeding is not limited by space or season and can occur year-round if suitable. Provide good water, suitable temperature, and a quiet environment.
How often should a betta (Siamese fighting fish) tank be changed?
Betta water changes run every 3-7 days - 1-2 weeks with a filter, 3-4 days without. Always sun-treat tap water first to remove chlorine.
How often should a betta (Siamese fighting fish) be fed?
Feed bettas 1-2 times daily - 2-3 small meals for juveniles, once a day for adults. Keep portions eaten within 10 minutes to protect water quality.
When can a Chinese fighting fish breed?
Bettas mature at 4-8 months, growing about 1 cm monthly; some breed at 5 cm. Choose breeders over 6 cm and prepare a planted tank.
How long does Chinese fighting fish breeding take?
Breeding time varies; experienced fish finish in 1-2 hours, first-timers within 4 hours. They fertilize externally; the male guards eggs.
How Do I Choose a Chinese Fighting Fish?
At 3 to 4 months the fish should be 3 to 4 cm, at 4 to 8 months 5 to 7 cm; buy smaller-bodied fish. Judge health by activity, responsiveness, and appetite, and check for split tails, rot, or dull color.
Siamese Fighting Fish (Betta splendens)
The Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens), native to Thailand, is one of the easier ornamental fish to keep, but two adult males will fight on sight—never keep more than one mature male per tank. Its vivid form and color make it a favorite among aquarists.
What to Do When a Blood Parrot Fish’s Fins Rot
Fin rot in blood parrot fish is usually caused by poor water quality or injuries from fighting. Here is how to treat it with water changes, medication, and isolation.
What Fish Can Live with Parrot Fish?
Despite their feistiness, parrot fish mix well with map fish, fortune fish, silver arowana, flowerhorn, and pig-nosed turtles - choose by calm temper and different swimming zones to avoid conflict.