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<blockquote data-quote="Aquella" data-source="post: 1713772" data-attributes="member: 353827">Nope. That someone was correct. For a Betta to live a long and healthy life:1. A 5-gallon cycled (http://www.firsttankguide.net/cycle.php )&nbsp;tank is minimal for Betta health. Smaller tanks and bowls do not maintain a consistent temperature, and it&#039;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.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 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, (live or silk, plastic plants can tear their delicate fins,) with a cave or two in which to rest and explore.When given the proper care, Bettas have been known to live for 10 years. I have personally known them to live for 6.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Aquella, post: 1713772, member: 353827"] Nope. That someone was correct. For a Betta to live a long and healthy life: 1. A 5-gallon cycled (http://www.firsttankguide.net/cycle.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. 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 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, (live or silk, plastic plants can tear their delicate fins,) with a cave or two in which to rest and explore. When given the proper care, Bettas have been known to live for 10 years. I have personally known them to live for 6. [/QUOTE]

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