How big should my bettas home be?
Your betta’s home should at the very least be a one-gallon container, such as a one-gallon bowl or “hex”, however, this is definitely an instance where bigger is better! Containers that are smaller than one-gallon are fraught with a number of problems. First, the smaller that a container is, the more difficult it is to maintain good water quality. A quart-sized bowl for example, needs a 100% water change every couple days to maintain good water quality. Secondly, small containers do not give your betta ample swimming room and living space. Much better homes than the one-gallons are 2, 3, and 5-gal tanks. Your betta will flourish with the swimming room that you will be giving him with a larger home. The 3-gal Eclipse tank, despite being a little pricey, is a wonderful tank for a betta, as it gives your betta three gallons of swimming room and comes equipped with excellent filtration and lighting systems. Bettas also make for a peaceful fish in a community tank of any size. Remember to n
