I want to keep a betta on my desk at work it gets pretty cold in the office, any suggestions?
March 9, 2010
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You will need a heater.
1. A 5-gallon cycled ( http://www.firsttankguide.net/cycle.php and http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/aquarium/cycling.php )
tank is minimal for Betta health. Smaller tanks and bowls do not maintain a consistent temperature, and it’s nearly impossible to keep healthy water conditions.
2. A filter is necessary in any tank in order to keep the water aerated and free of toxins. For Bettas it is best to set the filter flow to low, as they are not very strong swimmers. Another good option is a sponge filter,
3. A heater is essential. Bettas need warm steady temperatures of about 80F, to thrive. Constant fluctuation leads to stress, which inevitably leads to disease and often death. You can find an inexpensive heater for a small tank at any fish store.
4. In a 5-gallon or larger tank, weekly 25% water changes, using a gravel siphon are necessary. Water conditioner must be added to the water before it is put in the tank to remove toxic chlorine, chloramine, metals, etc.
5. Bettas enjoy a well planted aquarium, (use live or silk plants, plastic can tear their fins,) with a cave or two for exploring and resting.
6. Feed your Betta a good staple pellet or flake diet, substituting frozen foods such as brine shrimp and blood worms several times per week. Reserve one day for fasting.
Bettas have been known to live for 10 years. I have personally known them live to for 6.
try asking your local pet store for a low watt heater? someone that can be used to keep the tank at ideal betta temperature. if you have a really small tank that wont even be able to fit the tinyest heater you could try looking for a room heater?
Well it depends how many gallons is your tank? You can get a small two gallon vase or tank, cube, bowl etc and add a small heater like this one!
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3184687&lmdn=Fish
they have them in petco too!
And YES Betas need some heat at leas a little…mine died once out of nowhere and when i asked a fish expert at petco they said it was becouse of lack of heat! And maybey you can hide it under the rocks or something! But yea a beta is an awesome addition to any office desk! Good luck!