Although betta is a good breed, many fish friends still ignore some details because it is easy to raise. Let me explain in detail how to raise betta fish.

Betta fish is not strict about temperature, generally it can survive at 20 ~ 30℃, and the water temperature is 24 ~ 27℃, which is the most suitable for its growth. The pH value of water is neutral, and the pH value is 6.5 ~ 7.2. It is best to keep the dissolved oxygen at 5mg/l under the condition of artificial feeding. To keep more than two betta fish, because of their strong aggression, in order to avoid them fighting, they are generally fed separately and fight through the glass.

First of all, a clean layer of thin bottom sand or colored sand should be laid on the bottom of the fish tank, which can stabilize the roots of aquatic plants on the one hand and provide adhesion for microorganisms on the other. The ratio of water to bottom sand is 5: 1. In order to keep enough oxygen in the tank and provide hiding place for fish, aquatic plants with low CO2 demand, such as Ceratophyllum demersum and Kuroshio, should be planted appropriately.

Sufficient light is beneficial to the photosynthesis of aquatic plants, and it is best to configure a small light with soft light in a small glass jar. Siphon the excrement and dirt at the bottom of the pool with plastic hose every 3 ~ 7 days, pump out about13 of sewage and inject dechlorinated tap water to create a clean water environment. Pay attention to remove the oil film on the water surface formed by residual bait and feces. You can use bamboo chopsticks to hold a piece of absorbent paper and drag it gently on the water.

Usually, the artificially dried bait is complete in nutrients, clean and hygienic, and it is an essential bait for most people to feed betta. In order to adapt to the habit of fighting fish on water, it is best to choose floating feed. If you can feed fresh live bait at regular intervals, such as harvest worms, dragonflies, silkworms, water fleas, etc. The body color of fighting fish will be more vivid, and at the same time, you can enjoy the fun of feeding fish in the process of feeding fish.

Matters needing attention in fighting fish culture

Betta has strong vitality and simple reproduction. Pay attention to the following points on weekdays:

1. Feeding in fast-flowing places should be avoided, otherwise it is best to breed at lunch time in still water.

2. Avoid changing water frequently to avoid excessive temperature difference.

3. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight. If the site is limited and inevitable, it should also be properly shaded.

4. Do not directly impact the gill cover with water to avoid injury and "disorientation" of breathing.

5. Natural aquatic plants, such as water grass and water hibiscus, should be cultivated in aquariums or ponds to facilitate their reproduction and hiding.

6. During the breeding period, several other containers should be prepared, and aquatic plants should also be built in for health preservation, so that they can be transferred to small fish when necessary to isolate other bettas.

7. Avoid putting it in the same container with other kinds of fish, such as goldfish (which will be killed by fighting fish and can't be seen by eyes) or carp (which will find that fighting fish accidentally broke into koi fish's mouth, leaving only half of its body) and so on.

8. Pay attention to whether the cultured water surface is covered with aquatic plants such as duckweed, and make sure that betta fish have room to breathe out of the water surface.

9. When feeding in a small container, pay attention to whether the betta fish is in danger of jumping out of the container when sticking out of the water for air.

Betta is a very magical and beautiful species. When raising fighting fish, you often feel its unique charm. As long as you raise them carefully, they will certainly show you the most charming side.

What does betta fish eat?

Betta is an omnivorous and carnivorous fish species, which can be fed with a variety of baits. Try not to make the recipe of Betta too monotonous. Usually, the artificially dried bait is complete in nutrients, clean and hygienic, and it is an essential bait for most people to feed betta. In order to adapt to the habit of upper water fighting fish, it is best to choose floating feed. If you can feed fresh live bait at regular intervals, such as harvest worms, dragonflies, silkworms, water fleas, etc. The body color of fighting fish will be more vivid, and at the same time, you can enjoy eating fish in the process of feeding fish. However, because most of these baits are infected with bacteria, they can only be used as a seasoning for fighting fish.

Betta can still eat a lot. Dried blood worms, shrimp and even mosquitoes are all good food for them. There are also many mosquitoes in summer. When you see a mosquito, you pat it, throw it into the fish tank and let it float on the water. It knows what to eat, and mosquitoes are very helpful to the coat color of betta fish. Betta is not picky about bait, and can be fed with plant bait (such as boiled vegetables and green algae), animal bait (such as earthworm, blood worm and bread worm) and artificial compound feed. Betta is not a vegetarian, so some live bait, such as Daphnia, octopus, bumper shrimp and earthworm, are good choices for feeding them. No matter what kind of bait you feed, you should position it regularly. After a period of time, you will find that fighting fish will wait at a fixed time and in that fixed position.