‼️ PLEASE keep your betta in a 5-10 gallon tank! I previously stated 2 gallons is the absolute minimum, meaning nothing smaller than that, but after a year and a half, my opinion has changed to 3.5 gallons as the *absolute* minimum, even then, I’d recommend keeping it temporary until you are able to upgrade to a larger tank. Through personal experience with keeping bettas in 2 and 10 gallon tanks, I can confidently say, they LOVE the extra space and really use it to their advantage. Thank you for reading! check out my Etsy shop! etsy.me/3cC7Axe I really hope this video was helpful for the beginner betta fish owner:) I tried to make the vocabulary easy to understand & have definitions for the words✨ comment any questions you have! I’m answering all 🤍🐠
So, I have a question. As of now, I’m planing on get a 0.75 gallon tank. So it’s not a full gallon. So many people have suggested that I get a bigger one, but I’m only getting one fish. Will my fish be thriving in my fish tank? Or is it to small?
Hi! I suggest getting something a little larger. I’d say the absolute minimum is 3 gallons even for one betta. I think 0.75 gallons is too small for a betta to be thriving. A 3-10 gallon is more ideal :) if you’re from Canada/America, Petsmart has a lot of tank kits which aren’t too expensive + they work great :) let me know if you have any more questions :)
Hi! I would suggest running the filter for 2-4 weeks and adding fish food 3x a week into the tank (without fish) to build bacteria. You can test after the 2-4 weeks, hope this helps!
@@lishspetlife have you done any videos about keeping freshwater snails with bettas ? i want to get some snails but i don’t want there to be too little algae for the snail or too much for the fish, you know ?
@@veetoopretty hi! a good thing is that snails eat algae as well as left over fish pellets/flakes & you could also feed additional foods to them (vegetables). they tend to eat green algae and there’s actually no harm to bettas from it, so there shouldn’t be too much of a problem with having too much for the fish :) green algae grows from light. If you want more in the tank, keep the light on for longer periods of time & if you want less, keep it on for shorter. unfortunately, I haven’t made any videos on this yet & I won’t have one up for a couple of months :( there’s a lot of great sites + videos out there that I’m sure could help some more though!
@@lishspetlife thank you !! this is very helpful and i appreciate your response! i’ve done a bit more research in the past few days and think i’ve decided how i would like to stock my 10 gal betta tank. your video helped a lot and you’ve got a great channel!! thank you !!
this helped so much for my daughter, she is twelve and has a betta fish named Gale, and she really loved this because she just wants the best for Gale 😊
Wow.. This is one of it's kind video.. You have clearly explained each and every nuances on this worth watching topic. Certainly many of those beginner betta, beeta, bayta fish keeper will be benefited by watching this video before they go setup their first tank!
God bless you and God bless anyone reading this! Hope you have an awesome day! Seek him while you can! Jesus is the way and the only way and he is returning soon! Whenever you think you aren't loved... Remember the ultimate sacrifice was for love! ENDING YOUR LIFE IS NEVER THE ANSWER! For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 KJV The wages of sin is death (hell) but Jesus paid our debt on the cross, for our salvation! We must turn to God and away from our sinful ways, Confess Jesus is Lord and believe with our hearts that he was risen from the dead by God, and we must be baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and The Holy Spirit and live by His word and Commandments! Trust that God will help with the rest! Seek God today before it's too late! Today could be your last day on earth! Have a blessed day! ----❤️❤️❤️
Dios te bendiga y Dios bendiga a Todos los que estan leyendo esto! Deseo que tengan un hermoso dia! Buscad a Dios mientras pueda ser hallado! Jesus es el camino y el unico camino y regresa pronto! Recuerda cuando te sientas que no eres amado... el mayor sacrificio se hizo por amor! EL SUICIDIO NUNCA ES LA RESPUESTA! Porque de tal manera amó Dios al mundo, que ha dado a su Hijo unigénito, para que todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna. S. Juan 3:16 RVR1960 La paga del pecado es muerte (infierno) pero Cristo pagó nuestra deuda en la cruz para nuestra salvacion! Debemos volvernos a Dios y apartarnos de nuestros caminos pecaminosos, confesar que Jesús es el Señor y creer con nuestro corazón que fue resucitado de entre los muertos por Dios, y debemos de ser bautizados en el nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo y vivir por Su palabra y mandamientos! Confia que Dios ayudara con el resto! Busca a Dios, antes de que sea muy tarde! Hoy podria ser tu ultimo dia en la tierra! Que tengas un hermoso dia! ---❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much for explaining! This makes soooo much sense now! When I started researching about Beta fish, it seemed a bit complicated at first, but now I completely understand everything! Thank you!
God bless you and God bless anyone reading this! Hope you have an awesome day! Seek him while you can! Jesus is the way and the only way and he is returning soon! Whenever you think you aren't loved... Remember the ultimate sacrifice was for love! ENDING YOUR LIFE IS NEVER THE ANSWER! For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 KJV The wages of sin is death (hell) but Jesus paid our debt on the cross, for our salvation! We must turn to God and away from our sinful ways, Confess Jesus is Lord and believe with our hearts that he was risen from the dead by God, and we must be baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and The Holy Spirit and live by His word and Commandments! Trust that God will help with the rest! Seek God today before it's too late! Today could be your last day on earth! Have a blessed day! ----❗️❤️❤️
Dios te bendiga y Dios bendiga a Todos los que estan leyendo esto! Deseo que tengan un hermoso dia! Buscad a Dios mientras pueda ser hallado! Jesus es el camino y el unico camino y regresa pronto! Recuerda cuando te sientas que no eres amado... el mayor sacrificio se hizo por amor! EL SUICIDIO NUNCA ES LA RESPUESTA! Porque de tal manera amó Dios al mundo, que ha dado a su Hijo unigénito, para que todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna. S. Juan 3:16 RVR1960 La paga del pecado es muerte (infierno) pero Cristo pagó nuestra deuda en la cruz para nuestra salvacion! Debemos volvernos a Dios y apartarnos de nuestros caminos pecaminosos, confesar que Jesús es el Señor y creer con nuestro corazón que fue resucitado de entre los muertos por Dios, y debemos de ser bautizados en el nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo y vivir por Su palabra y mandamientos! Confia que Dios ayudara con el resto! Busca a Dios, antes de que sea muy tarde! Hoy podria ser tu ultimo dia en la tierra! Que tengas un hermoso dia! ---❤️❤️❤️
Thankyou so much for this, I decided to go ahead and get an aquarium after wanting one for so long, so I'm starting with a 5 gallon for betta and this video was very helpful !
Love the video! I been fish keeping for...about 2 years? For anyone about to get a fish, keep in mind it's important to have the tank cycle. That means set up the tank a few weeks before you get your fish so beneficial bacteria can grow before hand. You can get some bacteria in some stores actually, just make sure it had time to build up in the tank. I Know the whole cycling of the tank sounds difficult, but it's actually easy one you get the hang of it! I hope everyone has a great time with thief fish! And if you fail once, don't let that get to you! Do more research and try again with more knowledge
you don’t! when you change tank water, don’t change more than 50% :) the beneficial bacteria lives on surfaces of the tank, not in the water. as long as you don’t scrub down everything, you’re good! hope this helps :))
Hi there! When you say feeding a fishless tank 3x a week to start the cycle, how long do I need to do that for? Just a week? Thank you for the great video by the way! It's really helping me figure this stuff out. :)
Ben Codilla hi! basically you’re putting fish food in a tank without your betta in it. this is to build up beneficial bacteria (watch from 5:10-6-10) & you should do it for about 2-4 weeks:)
Thank you so much for this video, this honestly helped me so much understanding what I need and how to set up the tank! This video is definitely good for beginners. I’m totally subscribing!
Thank you so much for your kind words + for subscribing! I’m so glad the video helped you :) My school semester is coming to an end really soon, so I’ll have a lot more time to upload more content!
I don’t really know how I found myself here, I didn’t search for how to get a betta, I have two, both in 55s lol, but I guess my search history brought me here? Anyways, good video, it’s really informative to beginners. If I was just starting, I would know everything just from this video, you said everything I know lol! I can tell you took a lot of time on this video, dedication.
You did a good job! Just the right video I was looking for. I did watch many videos and didn't understand as well but this one gets it just right. Awesome job! thank you so much
Thank you for your feedback! I really tried to hit the points that are most confusing for beginners :) I’m so glad you found this video helpful and I hope you enjoy this hobby!
I've had three bettas that died in just one month. The last two died yesterday and they were all birthday gifts 💔 I want to make it right by them and start fresh, now with knowledge on really how to do it right, so thank you so much.
This video helped me out so much! You did a amazing job of explaining what the bigger words meant! I'm getting a betta for my birthday (On February 6th) So I was just doing some research on them and this video explained so much I went ahead and subscribed and checked out some of your other video :)
You should wait until the temperature of your betta’s cup water & the tank water is the same. This should take about 15-60 minutes:) Thanks for asking!! 💛💛
Thank you so much for this video! You did a fantastic job explaining how to set up the tank AND to prepare the water properly. Also, how you explained how to introduce the beta to the tank by floating it in the cup with water until they were the same temperature.
I just bought a 10 gallon fish tank from Walmart i just set it up it has a led light and a filter how long do i have to wait till i can put the fish in
Wow a lot of editing went into this 7 min video. I don't know if most people get how much time that takes. But, I do...LOL. Nice job. Looking forward to your future videos.. Cheers from the Gebo's Garage Channel (Detroit).
Hey, does the bottle say it makes tap water safe? If it does, you can use it as conditioner to make the water safe. I have another video where I show everything you need for a betta fish, if you’re interested here’s the link: th-cam.com/video/BkFURKb70_M/w-d-xo.html
Essentially, after you add the conditioner, you should feed your tank without fish for 3-4 weeks about 3 times a week. This builds beneficial bacteria which is important for your fish. Then, you can add your betta in :)
Hey, I was wondering what I could use as a lid for my 5.5 gallon tank...I would still need some space for the filter and heater to go and I cant seem to find any lids that match :/. This video really helped me. Also how should the tank be like should be filled with stuff or do I leave some empty space or..? also how long should I feed the tank for? like 3 weeks 2? 1 month? Also I cant find where it says how much dechlorinater I need for the 5.5 gallon tank. I use the Prime water conditioner.
Hi, I would suggest using the lid to a tote/storage container & cutting out space for the heater & filter as well as holes for feeding. I’m glad the video helped :) You can choose to add substrate like sand or gravel + plants (fake/real) or decor pieces or you can leave it empty. It doesn’t matter if you have anything in the aquarium when you are feeding it. I would suggest feeding the tank for 2-4 weeks and about 3 days a week. It should say on the bottle how much conditioner to use, but I searched it up & it says 2 drops per gallon. I’m not sure if that’s entirely accurate though. So sorry for the late reply! Feel free to ask any more questions :)
Hi, I am buying a beta soon. I already got the tank, filter and pump. I'm confused about the Substrate as it's very expensive and some plants with decorations as well. I cannot afford a kit to place live plants, can I place them with my hand? Please help me pick a cheap substrate as well, my tank is 8 gallons. Is a device that checks pH more than sufficient or do I have to check Ammonia, Nitrate and Nitride levels separately? Thank you in advance.
Hi! I’d honestly recommend children’s plays and from home depot, lowe’s, department stores. it’s a cheap, fish-safe option that I also use :) otherwise, you could look on a buy or sell site, but i highly recommend the play sand! You do have to wash it thoroughly a few times as it’ll be dusty. For plants, you could look at live plants. I think they’re a lot cheaper than fake ones and not hard to care for. Just have access to light for 8-10 hours. There’s test kits available at Walmart and pet stores that have separate strips to test for each category (ammonia, pH, etc.). It’s better to check the water levels for at least ammonia and pH :) Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions! I’d love to answer :))
@@lishspetlife thank you so much again! That's very kind of you. Being active replying to comments on an old video is always appreciated. I decided not to cheap out and went with good white sand as a substrate and a testing kit with Ammonia, Nitrate, Nitrite and pH. Also added lots of Java Moss with Driftwood and two big stones with a place for betta to hide. Finally added floating plants as well, I hope my betta will love it when I drop him in the tank a few weeks later.
That’s amazing! Java moss is a great plant option! I’m positive your betta will really appreciate everything you’ve done. I also really appreciate you researching & using my video for reference :))
Hi, you only need a heater if your tank water is too cold. If it’s between 22-27 degrees Celsius (72-82 degrees Fahrenheit) then you don’t need one :) I’m glad the video helped you as well!
hi! You don’t have to stay there :) just leave your betta floating in a container in the tank until the water temperature matches. An eye should be kept on your fish from time to time to make sure it’s okay + the container didn’t tip into the water
Great video! Subbed to your channel. :) Love your betta fish too. My fish hates backgrounds he flares up at them and I also hate the ones with the fake plants background it confuses the fish thinking it can swim in those plants. Which can lead to injuries.
hi this is a really great video and I was wondering can I cycle my tank for one week ? if I had water conditioner and the filter will one week be enough
hi! It depends on how big your tank is. I’d suggest at least 2 weeks if it’s a tank around 2-4 gallons. If it’s bigger, it should be around 3-4 weeks. make sure you’re putting fish food into the tank without a fish while the filter is on to build bacteria. let me know if you have any more questions or want me to explain anything further:)
oh! filters don’t really make bubbles, but there’s aerators that do + provide extra oxygen in the water :) I don’t think it’s very necessary for bettas though 🙃
Hi, the tank I used in this video isn’t available anymore :( here’s a similar alternative though www.petsmart.ca/fish/starter-kits/top-fin-enchant-aquarium---3.5-gallon-38392.html It’s 3.5 gallons. I’d highly recommend getting a larger tank though between 5-10 gallon instead. www.walmart.ca/en/ip/tetra-complete-led-aquarium-kit-10-gallon/6000187104461 this one’s a lot cheaper too! Both lights works for live plants :) keep it on for a couple of hours a day.
Hi, just found your channel. I used to have a freshwater and a salt water tank. My fish lived for years. However, I’ve never had a Betta. I haven’t had fish tank# now for years as we have moved a couple of times. Not planning on any other moves. So I’ve been thinking about getting a beta and putting it in a five gallon tank. Our water is hard and I’ve read that’s not good. So my question is should I buy water for this tan, would drinking water work? Thank you. I’m going to order on line everything you suggested and will let the tank get established before I get the betta.
Hi! Drinking water would work as long as the water isn’t very hard + it’s dechlorinated. For hard water, pet stores/Amazon sell a water softener. It’s in the form of a filter cartridge and you put it in the filter. It will remove the harmful minerals in the water making it softer. I really hope this helps! Comment if you have any more questions :) I have another more detailed video stating everything you’ll be needing for a betta, you can check it out here if you’re interested: th-cam.com/video/BkFURKb70_M/w-d-xo.html
Hello! I love the video. I recently pulled out my old five gallon tank and cleaned it up. I want to get a betta fish for the tank and I already have all the supplies. But do betta fish need bubblers?
GGOOZZ ITH I would say about every month or two but make sure not to completely change the water at this time because you will lose your beneficial bacteria:)
Hello, interesting this video on the preparation of an aquarium for Betta fish, I find the information you have given very useful. Congratulations on the editing and the chosen images. I subscribed to your channel and thumbs up. I hope we become friends, I also fish and aquarium, in addition to turtles.
Great Video and helped me a lot! I have a question. I'm going to set up my first ever betta fish tank and I was wondering why would you change the cartage if its helping out the tank? Also what are moss balls used for? and can I use the API Quick Start beneficial bacteria ensted of feeding the tank? also how do I know the tank is ready?
Hi! I’m so glad it helped you! You basically have to have a cartridge in your filter & you don’t need to change it when you first get it, you’d change it when it looks very dirty (it should be dark brown). Moss balls are just a decoration you can put in the tank. It’s a live plant. Yes, you can use API quick start. Just make sure you use the correct amount for the size tank you have. For knowing if the tank is ready or not, you can buy certain strips & test the water, but I think it’s a little tricky for beginners, so if you want you can read the directions on the quick start and see how long you need to wait to add a fish in (since you’re not feeding). I hope this helps! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask:))
@@lishspetlife thanks for clearing dome stuff up! also should you feed the tank and also use the API stuff? and if you should how could you do it? and im going to use the Prime water condioner? how and when would I add it?
You don’t need to feed the tank since you’re already adding in beneficial bacteria (the API quick start). You can add in the prime water conditioner whenever you want. Just make sure you add the right dosage for your particular bottle :)
No. I don't think you can. but take this with a grain of salt, (or AQUARIUM SALT) as someone who has not kept fish (YET). i only watch videos of fish keepers
OliviaVanKooten2024 hey! Betta fish are very hardy fish which means they won’t die very easily, so hopefully your fish will be okay. Just remember to use dechlotinator next time:) and you should have a heater if your fish tank water is less than 22-27 degrees Celsius or 72-82 degrees Fahrenheit :)
Lish's Pet Life i loved your videos so much and thank you so much for responding. i now bought all the essentials for a fish tank. sadly, my betta died this morning :/
hi, no problem I don’t mind at all! Either fish water conditioner or dechlorinator. You can find these at pet stores such as Petsmart or Petco or even Walmart!
Thank you ! You got to the important points from start to finnish .I wanted to know why my betta is blowing lots of bubbles? I heard something about a bubble nest ???
The filter I used in this video came with the tank. There’s plenty of great ones at pet stores though. I recommend the tetra whisper 5-10 gallon filter if you’re tank is between that size range :) and bettas are tropical water fish!!
Hello, im in desperate need of help, i have a betta in the beginning stages of fin rot, and i didnt pay attention to what i needed, the fish was a gift for my birthday, which was a month ago, I still dont know what to do and i need help!! please
Hi! I’m sorry this is happening to you! My go-to product for fin-rot treatment is API BettaFix. It’s a great treatment and works really, really well! If you’re from North America, you can find it at Petsmart. Wishing your betta a swift recovery! Let me know if you have any more questions :)
Hi, it doesn’t matter what fish food you feed your tank. I’d recommend pellets over flakes because they cause less of a mess in the tank. Any brand works though & you can use the same food you’ll feed your betta:)
Can you drop the bacterial thing in the water while the fish is in there ?? I kind of didn't know I needed it and my fish is already in the tank and I can't go to the store too the morning to get it so I wanted to know if it's okay to put it in there while the fish is in there
@@luvmyg4053 you should be fine putting some in. I’d recommend putting some away from your betta (not directly on it/very close to it) or in the filter :)
Hey! So sorry for the late reply! Essentially, after you add the conditioner, you should feed your tank without fish for 3-4 weeks about 3 times a week. This builds beneficial bacteria which is important for your fish. Then, you can add your betta in :)
Hi! Before adding your fish, I would suggest running the filter for 2-4 weeks and adding fish food 3x a week into the tank (without fish) to build bacteria. You can add your fish after the 2-4 weeks, hope this helps!
So we got my daughter a beta and he’s refusing to eat and he’s just hiding in the Little Rock home we got him all day sometimes when we’re gone we’ll come home and he’ll be out and then he will hide again she really loves this fish and I want to help her take care of him how can I clean his tank all the food we’ve given him has sunk to the bottom
Do you have any product recommendations? I'm trying to get a betta, but I don't know what products to buy on a budget. Is there any good stores for cheaper, but good tanks, filters, heaters, etc?
Hi! This one is from PetSmart, but you can find similar ones at Walmart. My recommendation is the 10 gallon tank www.walmart.ca/en/ip/tetra-complete-led-aquarium-kit-10gl/6000187104461
Is a sponge filter good enough for betta without using any filter? Do they need oxygen pump if there is a live plant? Is it okay for them to have 1.5 or 2 Gal of mineral water? I’m actually having a betta fish someday, and i’m still learning the requirements of it! This helps!
Hi! A sponge filter technically is a filter, so it should be okay. You don’t need an oxygen pump. Bettas need about a 5 gallon tank. You also don’t have to use mineral water. Tap water with water conditioner works great! You can add some drops in (depending on the dosage required) and it makes the water okay for bettas. I’m so glad you’re taking the time do to research! I have a betta fish care series if you want to learn more: th-cam.com/play/PLQ-kLLVoWQbqPyfYqm5MbXkHNs14-epRs.html I’ll have more videos out soon! Let me know if you have any more questions :))
I’d honestly recommend saving up for a 5 or 10 gallon. Walmart has tank kits for cheap most of the time. I got my 10 gallon with a light, filter, food & conditioner for $60 Canadian. I know it may seem pricy and not what you were initially thinking, but bettas need space to swim and a gallon really isn’t much. When I first started, I kept my betta in around a 1 gallon too, but I learned from my mistakes and realize that it is too small. I hope you don’t mind! I just want to help out :) Also, the conditioner bottle will say how many drops to add per gallon.
It depends on how big your tank is. The bigger your tank is, the less often you’ll have to clean it. I’d suggest doing a 10-15% water change every 2-4 weeks if your tank is between 3-5 gallons or a water change of 10-15% every 4-6 weeks if your tank is 6 gallons or larger. When you remove the water for the change, you can clean your tank as well. Make sure to refill the water with conditioner when you’re replacing it :)
Do forget to let your tank cycle! As she said with feeding your fish less tank 3 times a week you could also just let the filter run for a while it will take longer but it’s a different way to do it always make sure to do research
@@saf499 from what I’ve heard, setting up the tank completely and simply not adding the fish works best. set up the tank as you would if you were gonna out the fish in, and then sprinkle beneficial bacteria and some fish food in. quick start makes the process MUCH faster. depending on the tank size, it can take 2 weeks to 6 months, but I’d say if you have a 5 gallon, cycle it for a month. and don’t forget your testing strips!! if the water levels are ideal, you can put your fish in.
‼️ PLEASE keep your betta in a 5-10 gallon tank! I previously stated 2 gallons is the absolute minimum, meaning nothing smaller than that, but after a year and a half, my opinion has changed to 3.5 gallons as the *absolute* minimum, even then, I’d recommend keeping it temporary until you are able to upgrade to a larger tank. Through personal experience with keeping bettas in 2 and 10 gallon tanks, I can confidently say, they LOVE the extra space and really use it to their advantage. Thank you for reading!
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So, I have a question. As of now, I’m planing on get a 0.75 gallon tank. So it’s not a full gallon. So many people have suggested that I get a bigger one, but I’m only getting one fish. Will my fish be thriving in my fish tank? Or is it to small?
Hi! I suggest getting something a little larger. I’d say the absolute minimum is 3 gallons even for one betta. I think 0.75 gallons is too small for a betta to be thriving. A 3-10 gallon is more ideal :) if you’re from Canada/America, Petsmart has a lot of tank kits which aren’t too expensive + they work great :) let me know if you have any more questions :)
Hi! I would suggest running the filter for 2-4 weeks and adding fish food 3x a week into the tank (without fish) to build bacteria. You can test after the 2-4 weeks, hope this helps!
Hey I need some advice.
I just recently purchased a betta fish and I am keeping it in a water bottle cap,
Too small.or too big?
I highly recommend adding one or two freshwater snails. They’ll keep the tank clean and their shells will protect them from the Bettas.
Great video. 👍
I added two mystery snails a few months after this video :) thank you btw!
@@lishspetlife have you done any videos about keeping freshwater snails with bettas ? i want to get some snails but i don’t want there to be too little algae for the snail or too much for the fish, you know ?
@@veetoopretty hi! a good thing is that snails eat algae as well as left over fish pellets/flakes & you could also feed additional foods to them (vegetables). they tend to eat green algae and there’s actually no harm to bettas from it, so there shouldn’t be too much of a problem with having too much for the fish :) green algae grows from light. If you want more in the tank, keep the light on for longer periods of time & if you want less, keep it on for shorter. unfortunately, I haven’t made any videos on this yet & I won’t have one up for a couple of months :( there’s a lot of great sites + videos out there that I’m sure could help some more though!
@@lishspetlife thank you !! this is very helpful and i appreciate your response! i’ve done a bit more research in the past few days and think i’ve decided how i would like to stock my 10 gal betta tank. your video helped a lot and you’ve got a great channel!! thank you !!
@@veetoopretty I’m glad it helped you!! thank you for your kind words + feel free to ask any more questions you may have :)
this helped so much for my daughter, she is twelve and has a betta fish named Gale, and she really loved this because she just wants the best for Gale 😊
Wow.. This is one of it's kind video.. You have clearly explained each and every nuances on this worth watching topic. Certainly many of those beginner betta, beeta, bayta fish keeper will be benefited by watching this video before they go setup their first tank!
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God bless you and God bless anyone reading this! Hope you have an awesome day! Seek him while you can! Jesus is the way and the only way and he is returning soon! Whenever you think you aren't loved... Remember the ultimate sacrifice was for love! ENDING YOUR LIFE IS NEVER THE ANSWER!
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 3:16 KJV
The wages of sin is death (hell) but Jesus paid our debt on the cross, for our salvation! We must turn to God and away from our sinful ways, Confess Jesus is Lord and believe with our hearts that he was risen from the dead by God, and we must be baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and The Holy Spirit and live by His word and Commandments! Trust that God will help with the rest!
Seek God today before it's too late! Today could be your last day on earth!
Have a blessed day!
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Dios te bendiga y Dios bendiga a Todos los que estan leyendo esto! Deseo que tengan un hermoso dia! Buscad a Dios mientras pueda ser hallado! Jesus es el camino y el unico camino y regresa pronto! Recuerda cuando te sientas que no eres amado... el mayor sacrificio se hizo por amor! EL SUICIDIO NUNCA ES LA RESPUESTA!
Porque de tal manera amó Dios al mundo, que ha dado a su Hijo unigénito, para que todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna.
S. Juan 3:16 RVR1960
La paga del pecado es muerte (infierno) pero Cristo pagó nuestra deuda en la cruz para nuestra salvacion! Debemos volvernos a Dios y apartarnos de nuestros caminos pecaminosos, confesar que Jesús es el Señor y creer con nuestro corazón que fue resucitado de entre los muertos por Dios, y debemos de ser bautizados en el nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo y vivir por Su palabra y mandamientos! Confia que Dios ayudara con el resto!
Busca a Dios, antes de que sea muy tarde! Hoy podria ser tu ultimo dia en la tierra!
Que tengas un hermoso dia!
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your comment made me laugh as I read "betta, beeta, bayta"... thank you XD
Omg finally ive been looking for videos like this always show visuals instead of faces!! Im totally subbin
Thank you so much!! :)
Thank you so much for explaining! This makes soooo much sense now! When I started researching about Beta fish, it seemed a bit complicated at first, but now I completely understand everything! Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m happy to know it helped & that you understand now
this is great! and perfect timing for me. u deserve more subs 😁
GGOOZZ ITH aww thank you so much 💕✨🐠 and I’m glad it helped:)
So true you have such a good channel!
God bless you and God bless anyone reading this! Hope you have an awesome day! Seek him while you can! Jesus is the way and the only way and he is returning soon! Whenever you think you aren't loved... Remember the ultimate sacrifice was for love! ENDING YOUR LIFE IS NEVER THE ANSWER!
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 3:16 KJV
The wages of sin is death (hell) but Jesus paid our debt on the cross, for our salvation! We must turn to God and away from our sinful ways, Confess Jesus is Lord and believe with our hearts that he was risen from the dead by God, and we must be baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and The Holy Spirit and live by His word and Commandments! Trust that God will help with the rest!
Seek God today before it's too late! Today could be your last day on earth!
Have a blessed day!
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Dios te bendiga y Dios bendiga a Todos los que estan leyendo esto! Deseo que tengan un hermoso dia! Buscad a Dios mientras pueda ser hallado! Jesus es el camino y el unico camino y regresa pronto! Recuerda cuando te sientas que no eres amado... el mayor sacrificio se hizo por amor! EL SUICIDIO NUNCA ES LA RESPUESTA!
Porque de tal manera amó Dios al mundo, que ha dado a su Hijo unigénito, para que todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna.
S. Juan 3:16 RVR1960
La paga del pecado es muerte (infierno) pero Cristo pagó nuestra deuda en la cruz para nuestra salvacion! Debemos volvernos a Dios y apartarnos de nuestros caminos pecaminosos, confesar que Jesús es el Señor y creer con nuestro corazón que fue resucitado de entre los muertos por Dios, y debemos de ser bautizados en el nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo y vivir por Su palabra y mandamientos! Confia que Dios ayudara con el resto!
Busca a Dios, antes de que sea muy tarde! Hoy podria ser tu ultimo dia en la tierra!
Que tengas un hermoso dia!
---❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your video! I just got my first betta yesterday & I wanted to make sure I got my man living right!
Great video, easy to understand and straightforward. 😊
Thankyou so much for this, I decided to go ahead and get an aquarium after wanting one for so long, so I'm starting with a 5 gallon for betta and this video was very helpful !
That sounds super exciting! I’m glad the video helped:) Good luck on your aquarium!
Love the video! I been fish keeping for...about 2 years?
For anyone about to get a fish, keep in mind it's important to have the tank cycle. That means set up the tank a few weeks before you get your fish so beneficial bacteria can grow before hand.
You can get some bacteria in some stores actually, just make sure it had time to build up in the tank.
I Know the whole cycling of the tank sounds difficult, but it's actually easy one you get the hang of it!
I hope everyone has a great time with thief fish!
And if you fail once, don't let that get to you! Do more research and try again with more knowledge
Thank you! And yes, cycling is so important when keeping aquariums!! Thank you for your positive comment :)
do you need to cycle thr tank every time you change water?
you don’t! when you change tank water, don’t change more than 50% :) the beneficial bacteria lives on surfaces of the tank, not in the water. as long as you don’t scrub down everything, you’re good!
hope this helps :))
Hi there! When you say feeding a fishless tank 3x a week to start the cycle, how long do I need to do that for? Just a week?
Thank you for the great video by the way! It's really helping me figure this stuff out. :)
I would say 2-4 weeks:) Sorry, I totally forgot to specify that in my video! And, no problem:)
Lish's Pet Life yo what does feeding a fishless tank mean? Why am I feeding a tank?
Ben Codilla hi! basically you’re putting fish food in a tank without your betta in it. this is to build up beneficial bacteria (watch from 5:10-6-10) & you should do it for about 2-4 weeks:)
Thank you so much for this video, this honestly helped me so much understanding what I need and how to set up the tank! This video is definitely good for beginners. I’m totally subscribing!
Thank you so much for your kind words + for subscribing! I’m so glad the video helped you :) My school semester is coming to an end really soon, so I’ll have a lot more time to upload more content!
youre actually an angel. ive been needing a video like this
I appreciate your comment so much! thank you :) hoping to get back to posting 🤍
@@lishspetlife ofc! and update, i followed this turtorial and now my new betta fish is doing amazing :)
When I add the Caroline remover do I wait or do I just finish all the other steps?
I don’t really know how I found myself here, I didn’t search for how to get a betta, I have two, both in 55s lol, but I guess my search history brought me here? Anyways, good video, it’s really informative to beginners. If I was just starting, I would know everything just from this video, you said everything I know lol! I can tell you took a lot of time on this video, dedication.
thank you for your comment! I’m so glad you found it informative & helpful to others! It really made my day:)
Lish's Pet Life :) no problem!
thanks for the video
it was one of the most descriptive videos i have seen
😅
I appreciate that! Hoping to make more soon :)
You did a good job!
Just the right video I was looking for.
I did watch many videos and didn't understand as well but this one gets it just right.
Awesome job!
thank you so much
Thank you for your feedback! I really tried to hit the points that are most confusing for beginners :) I’m so glad you found this video helpful and I hope you enjoy this hobby!
I've had three bettas that died in just one month. The last two died yesterday and they were all birthday gifts 💔
I want to make it right by them and start fresh, now with knowledge on really how to do it right, so thank you so much.
@@ajxandra13xo aw, I’m so sorry about that :( I have high hopes for your new betta!
let me know if you have any questions, I’d love to help out! :)
Thank You Very much! Finally a video that I can understand and not use complicated words! You got a sub from me!
Thank you for your sweet comment! It means a lot :) Will hopefully make new videos soon!
I love how you did a step by step set up cuz most vids are like u need this and this and not in an order your rlly helped me so I subscribed tysm :)
ofc! I wanna try to make the hobby easier for beginners :) ty for subbing & for your comment!
Such a great, straight to the point video!!
thank you!!
Subbed. Best beta fish, beginner video I have seen.
thank you so much! means a lot :) will get back to posting videos soon!
This video helped me out so much! You did a amazing job of explaining what the bigger words meant! I'm getting a betta for my birthday (On February 6th) So I was just doing some research on them and this video explained so much I went ahead and subscribed and checked out some of your other video :)
I’m so glad it helped you out! Thank you so much for subscribing + your kind words :) happy early birthday!
sounds exciting! happy early birthday :)
@Yu Jea Happy early birthday!
How long do you have to wait until you can put your new fish in the tank?
You should wait until the temperature of your betta’s cup water & the tank water is the same. This should take about 15-60 minutes:) Thanks for asking!! 💛💛
Coraliyah but 3-4 weeks for cycling if you just get your tank
Thank you so much for this video! You did a fantastic job explaining how to set up the tank AND to prepare the water properly. Also, how you explained how to introduce the beta to the tank by floating it in the cup with water until they were the same temperature.
Thank you for your comment! It means a lot :) Hoping to getting back to making videos like this soon 🩵
I just bought a 10 gallon fish tank from Walmart i just set it up it has a led light and a filter how long do i have to wait till i can put the fish in
Hi, I’d suggest feeding your tank with fish food for about 2-4 weeks 3 times a week to build beneficial bacteria. You can add your fish after that :)
Hey, I luv this vid it’s so informative but, I’m just wondering if you use a dechlorinator???
she does. skip to 4:30 🙃
Kk!!
Wow a lot of editing went into this 7 min video. I don't know if most people get how much time that takes. But, I do...LOL. Nice job. Looking forward to your future videos.. Cheers from the Gebo's Garage Channel (Detroit).
thank you so much!! It does take a while 😅
Hi thanks for a video. If i start a betta fish tank, could I use the API stress coat or should I buy something else?
Hey, does the bottle say it makes tap water safe? If it does, you can use it as conditioner to make the water safe. I have another video where I show everything you need for a betta fish, if you’re interested here’s the link: th-cam.com/video/BkFURKb70_M/w-d-xo.html
How long after I setup my tank can I put my Berta fish. Pet smart said 24hrs later
Thank you for clearly explaining everything ❤️ just in time! Lol
When you add the conditioner do you have to wait?
Essentially, after you add the conditioner, you should feed your tank without fish for 3-4 weeks about 3 times a week. This builds beneficial bacteria which is important for your fish. Then, you can add your betta in :)
Hey, I was wondering what I could use as a lid for my 5.5 gallon tank...I would still need some space for the filter and heater to go and I cant seem to find any lids that match :/. This video really helped me. Also how should the tank be like should be filled with stuff or do I leave some empty space or..? also how long should I feed the tank for? like 3 weeks 2? 1 month? Also I cant find where it says how much dechlorinater I need for the 5.5 gallon tank. I use the Prime water conditioner.
Hi, I would suggest using the lid to a tote/storage container & cutting out space for the heater & filter as well as holes for feeding. I’m glad the video helped :) You can choose to add substrate like sand or gravel + plants (fake/real) or decor pieces or you can leave it empty. It doesn’t matter if you have anything in the aquarium when you are feeding it. I would suggest feeding the tank for 2-4 weeks and about 3 days a week. It should say on the bottle how much conditioner to use, but I searched it up & it says 2 drops per gallon. I’m not sure if that’s entirely accurate though. So sorry for the late reply! Feel free to ask any more questions :)
You can use mesh or chicken wire and just cut out the parts for filter and heaters
That would work, but dust + other particles could go through the holes into the water
Thank I just got my Betta I’m so excited!
so excited for you! feel free to comment if you have any questions :)
Hi, I am buying a beta soon. I already got the tank, filter and pump. I'm confused about the Substrate as it's very expensive and some plants with decorations as well. I cannot afford a kit to place live plants, can I place them with my hand? Please help me pick a cheap substrate as well, my tank is 8 gallons. Is a device that checks pH more than sufficient or do I have to check Ammonia, Nitrate and Nitride levels separately? Thank you in advance.
Hi!
I’d honestly recommend children’s plays and from home depot, lowe’s, department stores. it’s a cheap, fish-safe option that I also use :) otherwise, you could look on a buy or sell site, but i highly recommend the play sand! You do have to wash it thoroughly a few times as it’ll be dusty.
For plants, you could look at live plants. I think they’re a lot cheaper than fake ones and not hard to care for. Just have access to light for 8-10 hours.
There’s test kits available at Walmart and pet stores that have separate strips to test for each category (ammonia, pH, etc.). It’s better to check the water levels for at least ammonia and pH :)
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions! I’d love to answer :))
@@lishspetlife thank you! My tank is setup, going through a cycling process now.
Super exciting! Let me know if you have any questions in the future :)
@@lishspetlife thank you so much again! That's very kind of you. Being active replying to comments on an old video is always appreciated.
I decided not to cheap out and went with good white sand as a substrate and a testing kit with Ammonia, Nitrate, Nitrite and pH. Also added lots of Java Moss with Driftwood and two big stones with a place for betta to hide. Finally added floating plants as well, I hope my betta will love it when I drop him in the tank a few weeks later.
That’s amazing! Java moss is a great plant option! I’m positive your betta will really appreciate everything you’ve done. I also really appreciate you researching & using my video for reference :))
Wdym by ,5:37 “fish less tank”? So I just put food in there without the fish or?
yess! add food without any fish to grow beneficial bacteria :)
@@lishspetlifeor just use safe start by tetra
I do not have a heater for my betta fish what can I do to keep it alive longer love this video by the way really helped
Hi, you only need a heater if your tank water is too cold. If it’s between 22-27 degrees Celsius (72-82 degrees Fahrenheit) then you don’t need one :) I’m glad the video helped you as well!
Hello! I dont really get this part at 6:30 you have to stay in that postition for a full hour?!
hi! You don’t have to stay there :) just leave your betta floating in a container in the tank until the water temperature matches. An eye should be kept on your fish from time to time to make sure it’s okay + the container didn’t tip into the water
@@lishspetlife ohh helps a lot thank you so much! I am planning to get a betta fish, I am doing lots of research before I get one
you’re welcome, that’s amazing! I hope you love keeping them :)
Thank you so much!! The most helpful video I have ever watched!!!!!
You’re welcome!! I’m so glad it helped you :)
so feed the emty tank 3 times a week for how long is my qustion? like a month right?
Great video! Subbed to your channel. :) Love your betta fish too. My fish hates backgrounds he flares up at them and I also hate the ones with the fake plants background it confuses the fish thinking it can swim in those plants. Which can lead to injuries.
Rudy's World thank you for subscribing!! yes, the fish don’t realize it’s just a plant background 😂 which is why I make my own abstract ones:)
hi this is a really great video and I was wondering can I cycle my tank for one week ? if I had water conditioner and the filter will one week be enough
hi! It depends on how big your tank is. I’d suggest at least 2 weeks if it’s a tank around 2-4 gallons. If it’s bigger, it should be around 3-4 weeks. make sure you’re putting fish food into the tank without a fish while the filter is on to build bacteria. let me know if you have any more questions or want me to explain anything further:)
My whole list:
- 10 gal aqua culture kit 40$
- Tetra submersible heater 12$
- seachem flourite aquasoil 20$
- aqua culture 5 lbs gravel 6$
- cypress root driftwood 15-20$
- cryptocoryne plant 7$
- Vallisneria plant 8$
- any 6 gallon filter
(I prefer tannin blackwater because it is a bettafishs natural habitat)
this sounds perfect! thanks for commenting :)
Just use normal water please, living in leaf water isn’t good for betta fish
How long do I need to settle a new tank before I put the fish in?
How long do I leave the water to sit? With aqua conditioner?
Hi! You actually don’t let the conditioner “sit”, you have to build beneficial bacteria in the tank. Time stamp 4:40
Nicely done darlin,, what a lucky little betta💙👌
a_q_u_a_m_a_r_i_e thank you!! 😇💕
I have a 2 gallon tank for my Beta Uri 🥰🧡.. but for some reason there are no bubbles being formed .. is that normal? 🤔
Uri is such a cute name 🧡 is your betta a male? it’s usually the males that form bubble nests :)
@@lishspetlife Thank you 😁 & yes he is male!
@@lishspetlife he is making nest already, I just thought the filter was supposed to be making some type of bubbles lol 😫 I guess everything is fine 😁
oh! filters don’t really make bubbles, but there’s aerators that do + provide extra oxygen in the water :) I don’t think it’s very necessary for bettas though 🙃
You need a 5 gallon tank. 2 is too small
What Top fin tank did you use and what size is it and is the light good for live plants?
Hi, the tank I used in this video isn’t available anymore :( here’s a similar alternative though www.petsmart.ca/fish/starter-kits/top-fin-enchant-aquarium---3.5-gallon-38392.html It’s 3.5 gallons. I’d highly recommend getting a larger tank though between 5-10 gallon instead. www.walmart.ca/en/ip/tetra-complete-led-aquarium-kit-10-gallon/6000187104461 this one’s a lot cheaper too! Both lights works for live plants :) keep it on for a couple of hours a day.
I really loved it and it's really helpful💎👍👍👍👍👍👍💞
Hi, just found your channel. I used to have a freshwater and a salt water tank. My fish lived for years. However, I’ve never had a Betta. I haven’t had fish tank# now for years as we have moved a couple of times. Not planning on any other moves. So I’ve been thinking about getting a beta and putting it in a five gallon tank. Our water is hard and I’ve read that’s not good. So my question is should I buy water for this tan, would drinking water work? Thank you. I’m going to order on line everything you suggested and will let the tank get established before I get the betta.
Hi! Drinking water would work as long as the water isn’t very hard + it’s dechlorinated. For hard water, pet stores/Amazon sell a water softener. It’s in the form of a filter cartridge and you put it in the filter. It will remove the harmful minerals in the water making it softer. I really hope this helps! Comment if you have any more questions :) I have another more detailed video stating everything you’ll be needing for a betta, you can check it out here if you’re interested: th-cam.com/video/BkFURKb70_M/w-d-xo.html
Thank you. This really helps.
I'm planning on getting a 6 gallon tank soon I already have a 10 gallon planted tank with 6 neon tetras and 8 guppies with cherry shrimp
I was using tap water but didn’t have a dechlorinator. So I boiled the water for about 15 minutes. That’s what google said to do. Is that ok?
My tank has been cycled today but the ammonia i put was fish flakes for goldfish and im getting a betta fish is it okay
Yes, that should be fine:) just make sure you feed the tank at least 3 times a week for about 2-3 weeks to build the beneficial bacteria
@@lishspetlife my tank has been cycled but I want to get plants first!
you can add them in :)
@@lishspetlife whats ur insta so i can know its fully cycled the ammonia is 0 nitrite 0 and nitrate 10
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I am planning to get another betta. It will live in a nice 10 gallon. Nice video.
Thank you :) That sounds super exciting! And a 10 gallon seems like an amazing size!
Excuse me, if you see this comment, please reply.
What filter brand did you have in this video? Could you link me to it? And do you recommend it?
Very helpful! 🐟
I’m glad you found it helpful:)
Hello! I love the video. I recently pulled out my old five gallon tank and cleaned it up. I want to get a betta fish for the tank and I already have all the supplies. But do betta fish need bubblers?
Hi, thank you for your kind comment :) they don’t need bubblers
How often do you usually change the filter?
GGOOZZ ITH I would say about every month or two but make sure not to completely change the water at this time because you will lose your beneficial bacteria:)
Hello, interesting this video on the preparation of an aquarium for Betta fish, I find the information you have given very useful. Congratulations on the editing and the chosen images. I subscribed to your channel and thumbs up. I hope we become friends, I also fish and aquarium, in addition to turtles.
thank you for your support! I’ll check out your channel as well:)
@@lishspetlife thank you Lish, you're Welcome to my channel! Have a nice day 🐢🐟🐠🐡🐚🐳🐬
Great Video and helped me a lot! I have a question. I'm going to set up my first ever betta fish tank and I was wondering why would you change the cartage if its helping out the tank? Also what are moss balls used for? and can I use the API Quick Start beneficial bacteria ensted of feeding the tank? also how do I know the tank is ready?
Hi! I’m so glad it helped you! You basically have to have a cartridge in your filter & you don’t need to change it when you first get it, you’d change it when it looks very dirty (it should be dark brown). Moss balls are just a decoration you can put in the tank. It’s a live plant. Yes, you can use API quick start. Just make sure you use the correct amount for the size tank you have. For knowing if the tank is ready or not, you can buy certain strips & test the water, but I think it’s a little tricky for beginners, so if you want you can read the directions on the quick start and see how long you need to wait to add a fish in (since you’re not feeding). I hope this helps! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask:))
@@lishspetlife thanks for clearing dome stuff up! also should you feed the tank and also use the API stuff? and if you should how could you do it? and im going to use the Prime water condioner? how and when would I add it?
You don’t need to feed the tank since you’re already adding in beneficial bacteria (the API quick start). You can add in the prime water conditioner whenever you want. Just make sure you add the right dosage for your particular bottle :)
This is so perfect!
Can I buy the fish and put him in right away because I know some fish are different?
No. I don't think you can.
but take this with a grain of salt, (or AQUARIUM SALT) as someone who has not kept fish (YET). i only watch videos of fish keepers
Nice video sister ,keep it up just subscribed
thanks!
So, what filter do you reccomend?
Hi, what size is your tank?
i didnt use dechlorinator before i put my fish in. will my fish die? also, is it ok that i don’t have a heater?
OliviaVanKooten2024 hey! Betta fish are very hardy fish which means they won’t die very easily, so hopefully your fish will be okay. Just remember to use dechlotinator next time:) and you should have a heater if your fish tank water is less than 22-27 degrees Celsius or 72-82 degrees Fahrenheit :)
Lish's Pet Life i loved your videos so much and thank you so much for responding. i now bought all the essentials for a fish tank. sadly, my betta died this morning :/
OliviaVanKooten2024 aw I’m so sorry to hear that:( thank you for your kind words & hopefully your next betta will live an amazing life in your care ❥
Lish's Pet Life sorry but i have another question. what do you put in the water to make sure it’s ok for the fish?
hi, no problem I don’t mind at all! Either fish water conditioner or dechlorinator. You can find these at pet stores such as Petsmart or Petco or even Walmart!
How long do I have to wait to add my betta once my tank is set up?
I’d say probably a week
Very lovely informative video😌!!
Thank you ! You got to the important points from start to finnish .I wanted to know why my betta is blowing lots of bubbles? I heard something about a bubble nest ???
You’re welcome! Commonly, they do it as it’s in their breeding instincts. It’s usually a sign of a healthy betta :)
Where do you get the filter from and what type? Edit: is a Betta fish cold or tropical water fish?
The filter I used in this video came with the tank. There’s plenty of great ones at pet stores though. I recommend the tetra whisper 5-10 gallon filter if you’re tank is between that size range :) and bettas are tropical water fish!!
i like how you had to flex the sink and this is a nice video.
haha thank you:))
When you add your betta to a new tank does the water that you put in your tank tap water?
hi, tap water is okay to use as long as you use a tap water conditioner to make the water safe for your fish :)
Great video!!!
Thinking of getting a betta fish or not..
go for it!! they are so much fun to have:)
Thank you this video was very helpful :)
you’re welcome!! I’m glad you found it helpful:)
Hello, im in desperate need of help, i have a betta in the beginning stages of fin rot, and i didnt pay attention to what i needed, the fish was a gift for my birthday, which was a month ago, I still dont know what to do and i need help!! please
Hi! I’m sorry this is happening to you! My go-to product for fin-rot treatment is API BettaFix. It’s a great treatment and works really, really well! If you’re from North America, you can find it at Petsmart. Wishing your betta a swift recovery! Let me know if you have any more questions :)
What temperature is the water supposed to be?
between 22-27 degrees Celsius (72-82 degree Fahrenheit)
Does it matter what you feed your tank so it can cycle? What would you recommend ?
Hi, it doesn’t matter what fish food you feed your tank. I’d recommend pellets over flakes because they cause less of a mess in the tank. Any brand works though & you can use the same food you’ll feed your betta:)
Can you drop the bacterial thing in the water while the fish is in there ?? I kind of didn't know I needed it and my fish is already in the tank and I can't go to the store too the morning to get it so I wanted to know if it's okay to put it in there while the fish is in there
are you talking about instant bacteria drops or fish food?
@@lishspetlife instant bacteria
@@luvmyg4053 you should be fine putting some in. I’d recommend putting some away from your betta (not directly on it/very close to it) or in the filter :)
Ur channel is fun!
Cool but how long do I wait till I put my fish in the tank?
feed your tank 2-3 times a week with fish food for about 2-3 weeks, then you can add in your betta :)
4:50-5:50 is about beneficial bacteria
Amazing video 🙂
You’re so sweet, thank you!
can you start with a 10 gallo ?
yes! a 10 gallon tank would be perfect :)
to grow beneficial bacteria, do i just put fish food in the tank a week before i add the fish?
Hey! So sorry for the late reply! Essentially, after you add the conditioner, you should feed your tank without fish for 3-4 weeks about 3 times a week. This builds beneficial bacteria which is important for your fish. Then, you can add your betta in :)
@@lishspetlife thank u so much! :)
Of course!
Thanks for the vid i enjoyed it
Very clear instructions, thank you
how long do I have to wait for my fish to go in the tank after I put the conditioner?
Hi! Before adding your fish, I would suggest running the filter for 2-4 weeks and adding fish food 3x a week into the tank (without fish) to build bacteria. You can add your fish after the 2-4 weeks, hope this helps!
Fire video
Thanks!
So we got my daughter a beta and he’s refusing to eat and he’s just hiding in the Little Rock home we got him all day sometimes when we’re gone we’ll come home and he’ll be out and then he will hide again she really loves this fish and I want to help her take care of him how can I clean his tank all the food we’ve given him has sunk to the bottom
Do you have any product recommendations? I'm trying to get a betta, but I don't know what products to buy on a budget. Is there any good stores for cheaper, but good tanks, filters, heaters, etc?
hi! so sorry for the late reply! I have a bunch of recommendations:) if you’re still looking for some affordable products I can let you know!
Great vid🙂 and if your using a background made for fish tanks spray it then put it on the back it stays good
thanks for the tip!
Spray it with what?
@@markstraka8184 water sorry I forgot to mention it
Like your video and thank you for sharing 👍😃
of course!
Nice video!!!!
thank you!
We're can I buy a tank like this?
Hi! This one is from PetSmart, but you can find similar ones at Walmart. My recommendation is the 10 gallon tank www.walmart.ca/en/ip/tetra-complete-led-aquarium-kit-10gl/6000187104461
Nice video🔥
Thank you for sharing your video!
Nice video👍
thank you!
Thank you so much for this ❤
happy to help! 🩵
Is a sponge filter good enough for betta without using any filter?
Do they need oxygen pump if there is a live plant?
Is it okay for them to have 1.5 or 2 Gal of mineral water?
I’m actually having a betta fish someday, and i’m still learning the requirements of it!
This helps!
Hi!
A sponge filter technically is a filter, so it should be okay.
You don’t need an oxygen pump.
Bettas need about a 5 gallon tank. You also don’t have to use mineral water. Tap water with water conditioner works great! You can add some drops in (depending on the dosage required) and it makes the water okay for bettas.
I’m so glad you’re taking the time do to research! I have a betta fish care series if you want to learn more: th-cam.com/play/PLQ-kLLVoWQbqPyfYqm5MbXkHNs14-epRs.html
I’ll have more videos out soon! Let me know if you have any more questions :))
@@lishspetlife oh wow thank you! Im actually saving money for the requirments of a betta fish i’ll also buy them a neon tetra tank mate too!
But i’m kinda sad that betta need 5 gallons of water considering i have a 1 gal of tank in my home
@@lishspetlife also one last question! How many water conditioner drops for 1 Gallon? is it 2 drops?
I’d honestly recommend saving up for a 5 or 10 gallon. Walmart has tank kits for cheap most of the time. I got my 10 gallon with a light, filter, food & conditioner for $60 Canadian. I know it may seem pricy and not what you were initially thinking, but bettas need space to swim and a gallon really isn’t much. When I first started, I kept my betta in around a 1 gallon too, but I learned from my mistakes and realize that it is too small. I hope you don’t mind! I just want to help out :)
Also, the conditioner bottle will say how many drops to add per gallon.
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Great video
Great information!
How often do you have to clean the tank and replace the water?
It depends on how big your tank is. The bigger your tank is, the less often you’ll have to clean it. I’d suggest doing a 10-15% water change every 2-4 weeks if your tank is between 3-5 gallons or a water change of 10-15% every 4-6 weeks if your tank is 6 gallons or larger. When you remove the water for the change, you can clean your tank as well. Make sure to refill the water with conditioner when you’re replacing it :)
Do forget to let your tank cycle! As she said with feeding your fish less tank 3 times a week you could also just let the filter run for a while it will take longer but it’s a different way to do it always make sure to do research
What's the best way to let a tank do a cycle? And is this only the first time you set it up?
@@saf499 from what I’ve heard, setting up the tank completely and simply not adding the fish works best. set up the tank as you would if you were gonna out the fish in, and then sprinkle beneficial bacteria and some fish food in. quick start makes the process MUCH faster.
depending on the tank size, it can take 2 weeks to 6 months, but I’d say if you have a 5 gallon, cycle it for a month. and don’t forget your testing strips!! if the water levels are ideal, you can put your fish in.