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== Environment specifics == | == Environment specifics == | ||
− | :While its technically true that Bettas can live in a small and unheated bowl, they are more likely to become sickly and lethargic. They will live longer and thrive in larger surroundings. Like other tropical fish, Bettas will thrive best in heated tanks, with live plants and plenty of room to swim. At least {{gal| | + | :While its technically true that Bettas can live in a small and unheated bowl, they are more likely to become sickly and lethargic. They will live longer and thrive in larger surroundings. Like other tropical fish, Bettas will thrive best in heated tanks, with live plants and plenty of room to swim. At least {{gal|5}} is preferred. They are tropical fish and will therefore prefer to live in the higher temperature range of around {{F|76|82}}. |
:The males do not always do well in strong currents, especially the long-finned varieties as they are not strong swimmers. For this reason, and because the frequent water changes necessary without a filter are too stressful for them, a sponge filter or a filter which has been modified to lessen the force of its current is recommended. | :The males do not always do well in strong currents, especially the long-finned varieties as they are not strong swimmers. For this reason, and because the frequent water changes necessary without a filter are too stressful for them, a sponge filter or a filter which has been modified to lessen the force of its current is recommended. |