I am an absolute betta fanatic. Not only do I *have* bettas, I consider myself a keeper. A ton of research has gone into my time, along with being part of the IBC, and I do raise/show Bettas.
My fish range from IBC stock to Thailand imports, bettas from breeders here in the US- from store purchases to various "rescue" situations- as well as some absolute pets that are breeder culls.
I also have a soft spot for ones with illnesses and have successfully treated many with several diseases/illnesses due to genetic misconduct or unguided care.
This site is very interesting for a beginner to learn from, or someone more advanced to learn more in depth about what they have, or what goals they could/should strive towards.
Betta is definitely among one of the most popular pet fish.
I heard some of them actually would like the attention of the owner.
I also had plan for keeping a betta, but I never did due to I never had a spared tank for just betta, plus the fact I never found one that I like. I bought most of my fish online, and there is no way for me to pick a betta that way. I'd like to know how my fish look like before I buy.
It is terrible though most betta don't live along at all. I had friend who kept betta in a fish bowel with no heater, no filter. He claims betta doesn't need it and he was doing correct because it was alive for 2 months, and he wouldn't listen lol. It died soon after before the 3 months was up. He claimed it must be too old... and he absolutely would not accept more scientifically explanations - ammonia, and tropical fish needs heater.
I've been to walmart, and Pet Supplies Plus(new here), every time there are dead betta just laying there.
and he absolutely would not accept more scientifically explanations - ammonia, and tropical fish needs heater.