Betta In A Bowl

[Scotch_Egg]

My mums got a small fish bowl. And i was wondering if i could put a betta in it what would i need in there?

 

[l.michelle]

A lot of people might tell you no, but depending on the size of the bowl, and so long as water changes are done a couple times a week, it should be okay. My first betta lived for about 2 years in a bowl, then lived another 3-4 in a tank.

So i don't see a problem with it, depending on the size of the bowl

 

[bubblesburst80]

it would depend on the size of the bowl, filtration is not essential as long as you keep the water clean, a heater is prob needed tho unless you can guarentee the water staying a set heat all day and night
one other thing is it would need a lid as betta are jumpers and will jump right out

xXx

 

[three-fingers]

And temperature...bettas are tropical fish, and as such should really be in warm water 24°C – 30°C.
As long as the water temperature doesn't drop far below that range, you will be fine in an unheated bowl (depending on the size obviously).

In an unfiltered tank/bowl, more frequent water changes are always needed too.
Also, bettas can and do jump, so something to cover the bowl is recommended.

 

[Scotch_Egg]

Oh yeh i'll definatly get a lid. would a 50ish watt heater be ok? i cant really say yet about the heat as my bedroom is above the kitchen and the pipes. Thank you for all the help its really useful!

 

[three-fingers]

A 50 watt heater sounds a bit too large, and could cause problems. Though you've still not said how big the bowl is anyway .

I would reccomend something along the lines of the NeWattino plus .

You would be best to avoid things like hydor mini heater that don't have thermostats in them.

 

[Tokis-Phoenix]

How many litres/gallons does this bowl hold?

 

[Squidman]

the bowl should be a reasonable size ,but doesnt have to be that big. My betta lived in a bowl for abt 3 years. I think that they would live longer in a tank.

 

[Scotch_Egg]

Im not 100% sure how large the bowl is. Im going to see my mum before i go away so i'll find out.......

What is a reasonable size?

 

[bubblesburst80]

it should be a gallon minimun

xXx

 

[Scotch_Egg]

WICKED! Its definatly bigger than that. thanks everyone!

 

[Straydum]

try living in your toilet or something. see if you like it. then think about your betta question.