So much so that some hobbyists have been able to train their betta fish to jump out of the water for food!

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Ok, they may not seem like toys to us (we will get to those ones later), but to a betta, aquarium plants can be like a jungle gym! Otterly Pets Aquarium Plants in your betta fish tank are a really good idea. They can provide hiding spaces, and they provide vibrant colors to the view. Although they are faux plants, they are made of non-toxic/non-metallic materials and it’s not going to affect the water’s pH levels. If living plants are more your jam, you can just get some marimo moss balls for your betta instead.

Don't be alarmed if there is a strong odor from the bag, this small bag of water has been the fishes toilet for the trip. Also because of this you will NOT want to pour the water from the bag into your aquarium.

By now you know that betta fish are also known as ‘fighting fish’, this comes from how territorial they are. Well, a small mirror can create the illusion that another male fish has entered your betta’s territory, he will puff up his fish and show you why they are called fighting fish! All without any injuries/victims. Now you know which hideouts can be used in the betta tank and how to use it. Frequently Asked Questions Do Your Betta Fish Like Hideouts? Using the betta fish’s natural instincts to explore and find hideouts, this natural-looking ceramic log sits at the bottom of the tank and gives your betta fish some shelter. Once he finds this perfect hideout he will be in and out. Sometimes darting through it in a playful way and other times just using it for some time to chillax. Make sure to remove any food left over as rotting food can cause water quality issues. Otherwise, feed your betta fish live food in moderation to ensure they get plenty of exercise and some much-needed protein. Conclusion If you want to provide betta toys while also improving their livelihood and water quality, then an air stone powered by an air pump might be better for your fish tank.

You can put a log on the substrate of the tank so that the betta can explore and swim in a different place. Yes, betta fish likes hideouts. They prefer to live alone. But if they live with other bettas, they may fight. That time betta needs hiding places to save them from other bettas.

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Betta fish also love to catch insects on the surface of the water, which makes this behavior difficult to replicate in a tank environment. How To Entertain Your Betta Fish After 20-30 minutes remove the bag from the aquarium and carefully cut the top of the bag or remove the rubber bands and open the bag. When receiving live fish in the mail it is very normal for customers to panic and believe that they need to skip all of the processes and get the fish out of the bag as soon as possible. While we understand this panic we can assure you your fish are going to be fine. It's best to slow down, be prepared and take your time to introduce your new fish into its new home.

If you don’t recover it, the betta may die from fin rot, so early recovery is needed. How Can You Decorate Your Tank?You can attach it to the surface of any decorations. You can lay it on driftwood, coconut shell, or on the substrate level of the tank. You can spread it all over the tank. Lastly, betta fish stay entertained by hunting for food. Betta fish are active predators that appreciate a mixed diet of plant- and meat-based foods. This means they can forage in the leaf litter for plant roots and stems or dig for worms and other microorganisms in the substrate. Make sure to put a tablespoon salt in the water to disinfect the shell. Boil it for 1 hour until the water gets dark brown. The dark brown color of water refers to the tannins of the shell.