Betta Fish Tank Ideas

Bettas are very popular fish to keep for a few reasons. They are easy to care for and don't require a lot of equipment, such as filtration systems and air pumps. And with their long, showy fins and brilliantly-colored bodies, they are beautiful fish to watch. One of the most important things to remember when setting up a betta fish tank is that these fish are territorial. Also known as Siamese fighting fish, bettas can only be kept one to a tank (though they can be kept with other fish).

  1. Wall-mounted Tank

    • A wall-mounted fish tank is a half-globe water tank which you can hang as part of your décor. One important factor to remember when purchasing one of these is the size of the opening. You want to make sure it is big enough to allow easy access for maintenance purposes such as cleaning the water and scrubbing the inner walls of algae.

    Typical Fish Bowl

    • A simple typical fish bowl or even a container such as a large drinking glass or vase makes a perfect home for a pet betta. You don't need to add gravel, plants or caves, which some other fish may require. Put in a couple of rocks or a single bamboo stick or two for a minimalist look. As with décor fish tanks, simple fish tanks need to have all the water changed at least once daily.

    Traditional Aquarium

    • Keeping your betta in a small tank, such as a two-gallon aquarium, has its advantages and disadvantages. The small space keeps you from impulsively adding fish to the tank but smaller tanks require more maintenance than larger tanks. Larger tanks, such as a 10-gallon aquarium, require less-frequent water changes. Whatever size tank you choose, add a simple layer of gravel and live plants for decoration.