Buyer question
Are Betta freshwater fish good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Betta freshwater fish 4 out of 5 for beginners (good first fish).
Source: the Betta freshwater fish page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Betta freshwater fish in the Animal Library
The detail
Bettas, or Siamese fighting fish, come from shallow waters in Southeast Asia and are bred for spectacular fins and colors. They breathe air at the surface, which is why they survive in bowls, but they thrive only in heated, filtered tanks.
- Best fit
- First fish, small spaces
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Hardy in a proper tank)
What to weigh
Male bettas must be kept alone or with carefully chosen tankmates. Long-finned types are prone to fin rot in poor water.