12/09/2021
𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀.
1.BETTA TANK
The bigger tank the better, Use at least.
1.5liter,
2.5 liter,
3 liter
4x6x6
4x6x8
If they can survive in any small container it doesn't mean that they are happy and not struggling
2.FLARING
Separate one betta to another, they are known for being aggressive and highly territorial. Don't let them sees each other put divider to avoid too much flaring which can lead to stress. About 5-10 minutes flare with mirror or other betta after feeding is enough, it is an exercise to help them digest the food. As a result they achieve good body form as they stretch their body.
3.WATER TEMPARATURE
Tropical fish like betta needs to maintain the temperature not less than 26°C for them to survive. Room temperature is fine however you need to use heater if you wanted to place your betta inside an airconditioned room. If possible expose them to sunlight it is a big help to the betta.
4.BETTA TANK SET-UP
Avoid putting colorful pebbles and spiky fake plants which contains chemical and risky material. It might damage the fins or tail of your betta or any other fish. In addition, it gives an extra challenge cleaning your tank.
Put real aquatic plants instead. Real plants give oxygen, improves the chemical filtration and reduces amonia and the stress levels of our betta. It gives a place to hide, and a leaf to rest.
5.BETTA FEEDING
Feed twice in a normal day, once during rainy season. Do not overfeed them. Bloated betta, can attract different diseases. Live foods deliver the vitamins and minerals that our betta needs.
It can also keep your betta active and healthy with bright colors. Feed them with tubifex, Baby brine shrimps (BBS), Moina, Magna mosquito larvae and others.
Aside from live foods, you can also use pellets. The most recommended pellets is optimum betta. Give them 3-Pieces a day, 2 pellets every morning and 3 every night.
6.WATER QUALITY/WATER CHANGE
For a healthy water quality use anti-chlorine, mineral or stock water.
Regularly change 30-50% water after 3-4 days or twice a week. Make sure it is not cold to prevent water shock.
Don't forget to put a pinch of rocksalt or half teaspoon, water conditioner optional depends on water resources, talisay leaves To lower Ph level and to manage the temp of the water.
7. BETTA ACLIMATING
To avoid Water shock, when water from the 1st container and water from the 2nd container doesn't have the same temperature.
It is very important to acclimate your betta for about 15-30 minutes before putting your betta to another tank.
8.Water Level of betta tank
Observe 3/4 of water. Betta is also known as jumpers, they tend to jump when they have an opportunity.
9.REMOVING POOPS
Remove the unwanted substance inside the tank like dirt, p**p and excess foods, using turkey baster everyday to avoid a lot of different diseases.
put schedule instead every 6pm remove the p**ps of your betta
10.WHAT IS BUBBLE NEST
If you're beginner and observe a tiny bubbles above the water surface, don't panic instead be thankful because it's a good indication that you're doing well. Betta fish creates these bubbles as a sign that they are ready to breed and it symbolizes they are owning the tank as their territory. It also shows how healthy and happy the betta is.
NOTE: Talisay leaves, Ketapang
1. Lower Ph level depending on the concentration that you put on the water
2. Promotes Molting and enhances the color
3. Helps in conditioning Bettas and promotes Breeding Condition.