What Size Tank is Right For a Betta Fish?

Just about 8 months back I bought my first Betta Fish.

I did a lot of research as to which size of betta tank i should house my new betta in. I searched through forums and other resources online hopefully to gain the information i needed on buying the correct size of tank for my new fish.

To say the least i was very dissappointed and frustrated when the advice i found about which size of betta tank varied drastically. Some said a bowl, some a vase, some a ten gallon tank.

Anyway, after my frustration I decided that i would write this little article and share my frustrations with other new betta owners about which size of betta tank to get for their new bettas.

Avoid a headache and much frustration prior to getting your betta tank...

The Misconception of the size of Betta Tank

There are so many varied opinions about which size of betta tank to get it's quite incredible.



Many say bettas survive perfectly well in tiny little fish tanks where others say they really need a large tank to thrive and do well in.

But which is right? Who's telling the truth?

Here's a little FACT about natural betta fish surroundings...

"Bettas are anabantoids, which means they can breathe atmospheric air thanks to a unique organ called the labyrinth. This accounts for their ability to thrive in low-oxygen water conditions that would kill most other fish, such as rice paddies, slow-moving streams, drainage ditches, and large puddles."

So What Size Of Betta Tank Do You Get?

To be honest with you, common sense tells you that you should get as big a tank as you can afford and easily manage. How can anyone justify that betta fish should be kept in vase, bowl or tiny little tank. And remember, large puddles, are LARGE puddles.

A large tank to us is still a relatively small space to a betta fish!

I bought my first betta tank from "Marine Depot" due to the fact that it has many reviewed products and i could see what was recommended and what was NOT!

So that is a BIG tip for you prior to buying your betta tanks or any other aquarium supplies for that matter, always buy from a reputable resource with reviews and feedback from customers.

If you go to Marine Depot and check out the prices of the tanks in the Betta Fish Supplies section of there site you will get a good idea of what you can expect to pay for a betta tank.

At the time of writing this article a small 1.25 gallon bettacube would set you back $24.99 where as an 8 Gallon Nano 180 Degree Half Moon Biotope Aquarium would set you back $99.99

Personally i reckon the bigger you can afford and manage the better for the betta.

Another thing you need to consider when buying your new betta tank is appearance...

Do you want a boring old tank? An exciting one with great-to-look at appeal?

A larger tank has much more scope for longevity and happiness for your betta fish. A fish tank can be much more than just a home for your betta fish, it can be a tranquil exotic piece of decor in your home that will wow your friends and relatives.

I have this article has given you a good insight to what you need and want from your new betta fish tank and i wish you good luck in looking after your new friend and companion, your betta fish.

The tank is just one on the things that you need to consider when looking after tropical fish, in this case a betta,check out my betta blog for lots of other great information you should know about when caring for betta fish.

A great resource to further your knowledge about caring for betta fish is the ebook "Betta Care Made Easy" which you check out by clicking here!