Whats The Suitable Size For A Betta Tank?

[lilmisshertz]

Hi there,
I wondered what everyone thought of the best minimum size for a betta. I wanted peoples personal opinions on this as ive read articles that have rediculous sizes for a betta to live in! I've also seen pictures of bettas in tiny containers and surely thats so inhumane.
Why do people agree in having bettas in small aquariums???

surely this tank made for any fish is inhumane?

This is cruel in my opinion:

One word to sum this next one up: DO NOT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ ON THE INTERNET!!
Quote: "What does a betta require. Almost nothing"
cruel advise in my opinion. CLICK TO READ

 

[timmystood]

Well, generally people think that betta's can survive in the small spaces because apparently in the wild they live in small spaces but I personally thing for one betta and tank of at least 5 gallons is needed. That said, I don't think any tank under 5 gallons should be sold (but i'm not opening up that can of worms again!)

 

[lilmisshertz]

Well, generally people think that betta's can survive in the small spaces because apparently in the wild they live in small spaces but I personally thing for one betta and tank of at least 5 gallons is needed. That said, I don't think any tank under 5 gallons should be sold (but i'm not opening up that can of worms again!)

Oh right, been there and done that have we lol...well i agree! I think, just because a fish has been found in small pools of water, doesnt mean they are happy living that way!
I think bettas should be classed as every other fish (need space to swim freely)

So.....what happened in the last "less than 5 gallon debate lol" or am I digging you deeper into more trouble if i ask!

 

[mark.w.jones]

5 gallons minimum. Heavily planted, slow flowing water to mimic natural environment.

 

[ChaseTheBetta]

2 gallons is fine in my opinion. My betta is in a 2 gallon tank and he loves it! But, bigger is always better.

 

[K.J.]

I would go as big as possible, but minimally (unless you're a breeder) it's generally 1 gallon, though I have to argue and say 2.

 

[candyraver]

Why do so many people think that myth about bettas in true? They don't live in a small space all of their life...bettas can survive in puddles in the dry season, but live and breed in slow-moving streams and rice paddies which are huge!
I been seeing that mentioned quite a few times in a couple threads around..assuming they live in puddles.NO! They do not! I hope that's cleared up now
That being said,humanely the smallest i'd purchase is a 5 gallon.
My 5 gallon aquarium now is home to a young tarantula.10 gallons would even be better,remember it's a tropical fish.Easier to heat a 10 gallon.

http/www.pet-care-experts.com/archive.php?51849

5 gallons minimum. Heavily planted, slow flowing water to mimic natural environment.

Well said

 

[SoCalMom]

I think 2.5 gal is the smallest you should use to house a betta


Please don't use a vase or a bowl. Get an actual tank. Mini Bows are good

Not advice to a specific person...just in general

 

[CrabbyForever]

I'm not an expert when it comes to fish (yet) but I would never go any smaller than 5. I think I might get a betta someday, actually, and I'm planning to use a 10-gallon tank.

 

[SoCalMom]

cruel advise in my opinion. CLICK TO READ

WOW...

That person is a moron and I feel sorry for that betta

 

[timmystood]

So.....what happened in the last "less than 5 gallon debate lol" or am I digging you deeper into more trouble if i ask!

Well, basically about 3 members of this entire forum agree with me about the 5 gallon rule and everyone else went crazy and started saying that tanks under 5 gallons should be sold. It got kinda offensive to people and ended up getting closed if my memory serves me correctly.

 

[Aphotic Phoenix]

I've been tempted to convert a 20 Gal tank into a 3 chambered betta tank (would have to build a custom filter for it argh!). That being said...I wouldn't keep a betta in anything too small to be filtered or heated (my house gets cold in the winter)...so a minimum of 5 gallons gets my vote.

 

[dthoffsett]

I wouldn't get anything smaller than 5 gallons, I currently have two in a divided 10gal and the temp and water quality stays so much steadier. However, I have seen some 2.5gal on here that look really nice.

 

[lilmisshertz]

Why do so many people think that myth about bettas in true? They don't live in a small space all of their life...bettas can survive in puddles in the dry season, but live and breed in slow-moving streams and rice paddies which are huge!
I been seeing that mentioned quite a few times in a couple threads around..assuming they live in puddles.NO! They do not! I hope that's cleared up now
That being said,humanely the smallest i'd purchase is a 5 gallon.
My 5 gallon aquarium now is home to a young tarantula.10 gallons would even be better,remember it's a tropical fish.Easier to heat a 10 gallon.

http/www.pet-care-experts.com/archive.php?51849

5 gallons minimum. Heavily planted, slow flowing water to mimic natural environment.

Well said

Hi there, I wasn't saying they live in puddles, i said they are found in puddles(meaning in the dry season as you say), and people presume that thats where they live and so its ok to keep them in tiny bowls/vases. Sorry if it came across differently

 

[lilmisshertz]

Why do so many people think that myth about bettas in true? They don't live in a small space all of their life...bettas can survive in puddles in the dry season, but live and breed in slow-moving streams and rice paddies which are huge!
I been seeing that mentioned quite a few times in a couple threads around..assuming they live in puddles.NO! They do not! I hope that's cleared up now
That being said,humanely the smallest i'd purchase is a 5 gallon.
My 5 gallon aquarium now is home to a young tarantula.10 gallons would even be better,remember it's a tropical fish.Easier to heat a 10 gallon.

http/www.pet-care-experts.com/archive.php?51849

5 gallons minimum. Heavily planted, slow flowing water to mimic natural environment.

Well said

Hi there, I wasn't saying they live in puddles, i said they are found in puddles(meaning in the dry season as you say), and people presume that thats where they live and so its ok to keep them in tiny bowls/vases. Sorry if it came across differently