Filtration

[ninjaboy]

So, I know for sure I am going to get a small 2.5 gallon tank per male betta, I was interested in opinions. Would a sponge filter be better or a hang on filter?

 

[wuvmybetta]

If you can find a HOB filter that is small enough for a 2.5, but that might be tough. You're probably better off with a sponge.

 

[ninjaboy]

I saw the one in SRC's post.

http/www.thatpetplace.com/Products/KW/F2...6/Itemdy00.aspx

It was made for a vase, as SRC said, and I think it would be okay for a 2.5 gallon tank. I notice that sponge filters are cheaper, but does that make them better or worse? or is it an opinion thing?

 

[wuvmybetta]

They both work well. Basically you're just looking for a media to grow beneficial bacteria and force the water flow through. That link is dead. I wanna see a vase filter

 

[ninjaboy]

http/www.thatpetplace.com/Products/KW/F2...6/Itemdy00.aspx

There is the link. Sorry bout before.

 

[wuvmybetta]

Oooh yeah! I forgot about those cute itty bitties. I have two of them somewhere. They were great way back when I used them. If they'll fit properly on your tank I would definitely go for them instead of a sponge

 

[Durbkat]

If you get the 2.5 minibow aquarium it comes with a whisper filter made for it. Thats what I use for my 2.5 minibow aquarium.

 

[ninjaboy]

Awesome! Thanks for the help! I want to get a galss aquarium that is 2.5 gallons, possibly two. So I hope that fits on it.