Betta space? - Aquarium Advice

sweetness8t5 · 06-24-2007, 08:50 PM

What's the smallest small a betta can live in comfortably?

rich311k · 06-24-2007, 08:59 PM

I would say 2.5 gallons, but 5 would be much better. You would not believe the difference in them, when they have some room to move and plants to play in.

Bubble_B0y · 06-24-2007, 09:02 PM

it really depends on a number of factors including water changes and if the tank has a filter.
a Large goldfish bowl (5 gallons) is perfect (with a small aquaclear mini power filter).

i say 3 gallons is the bare minimum with no filter.

**Fishyfanatic** · 06-24-2007, 09:24 PM

IMO 5 gal and always with a filter.

sweetness8t5 · 06-24-2007, 09:52 PM

I ask because my friend got her bettas to mate, and wants to give me one.
I wanted to put it alone on the corner of my computer desk.
But I want it in something small.

**Zagz** · 06-24-2007, 11:19 PM

I recommend 5 gals with a filter and a heater.

Sidi · 06-25-2007, 12:04 AM

Something like a 3 or 5 gallon Eclipse might be the perfect solution. They really aren't too large for being on a desk, and having the filter above leads to more interior tank space. You can save a little money going with a minibow, but they also come with incandescent lighting rather than fluorescent and have the filter inside the tank.

I was looking at Dr. Foster and Smith and they have the 3 gallon Eclipse on sale for $35, and you might be able to find a better price on Big Al's, or one of the other sites...not sure what shipping would add though. There's a 5 gallon hex version that's only 13" from point to point as well. I would say the hex tank would be the the ideal form factor for a desk.

The heater is something to consider. If your office stays at something like 72 degrees you might be ok without one, but bettas do like mid to high 70's for temp. If the temp stays low, due to air conditioning, the heater really is necessary to get proper behavior from them.

sweetness8t5 · 06-25-2007, 12:11 AM

Thanks guys!

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Zagz Aquarium Advice Addict Community Admin Join Date: May 2005 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 11,332 Images: 92	I recommend 5 gals with a filter and a heater. __________________ ----------- My Profile Page My tank & fish photos. Have you voted for AA today? Like the advice or comments someone gave you? Show your appreciation with the reputation button!

06-25-2007, 12:04 AM	#7
Sidi Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 165	Something like a 3 or 5 gallon Eclipse might be the perfect solution. They really aren't too large for being on a desk, and having the filter above leads to more interior tank space. You can save a little money going with a minibow, but they also come with incandescent lighting rather than fluorescent and have the filter inside the tank. I was looking at Dr. Foster and Smith and they have the 3 gallon Eclipse on sale for $35, and you might be able to find a better price on Big Al's, or one of the other sites...not sure what shipping would add though. There's a 5 gallon hex version that's only 13" from point to point as well. I would say the hex tank would be the the ideal form factor for a desk. The heater is something to consider. If your office stays at something like 72 degrees you might be ok without one, but bettas do like mid to high 70's for temp. If the temp stays low, due to air conditioning, the heater really is necessary to get proper behavior from them. __________________ Prudence is a rich, ugly old maid courted by Incapacity. -- Blake

06-24-2007, 08:59 PM	#2
rich311k Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 8,972 Images: 35	I would say 2.5 gallons, but 5 would be much better. You would not believe the difference in them, when they have some room to move and plants to play in.

06-24-2007, 09:02 PM	#3
Bubble_B0y Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sydney Posts: 762	it really depends on a number of factors including water changes and if the tank has a filter. a Large goldfish bowl (5 gallons) is perfect (with a small aquaclear mini power filter). i say 3 gallons is the bare minimum with no filter.

06-25-2007, 12:11 AM	#8
sweetness8t5 Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 112	Thanks guys! __________________ "Just keep swimming..." -Dory

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