Breeding betta fish is something that many people have tried and even more have had problems with. However, learning how to breed bettas successfully takes some work. It’s not like raising guppies at all, where you just put some fish in a tank and start making babies. No successful betta fish breeding requires proper knowledge of betta fish care, and learning how to apply tips that are crucial to getting those next full moon tail betta treats. Here are 3 quick tips to help you on your next betta breeding attempt.
1. Do not use store bought Bettas. I know this may sound strange because the betta you have was likely purchased from your local tropical fish store, but there is a reason behind this advice. To a store bought betta fish is often the wrong type of fish. Most of the really beautiful bettas come from qualified breeders and the store bought ones are probably the wrong kind. The other reason is that store-bought fish are generally not in the mood to breed, if you know what I mean. Store-bought beta versions are usually older, less abundant, and not as prone to having affairs. So the solution when breeding betta fish, buying them from a qualified betta breeder, may cost you more, but you have a much better chance of success.
2. Always buy Betta breeders in pairs. This is really an extension of point number one. Once you realize you need to stop using store-bought fish to try to breed bettas, don’t risk buying just one. That kind of is counterproductive of point number one.
3. Buy more than one pair. This is the real secret to breeding betta fish. Betta fish are just like people when it comes to love. Don’t think that just because you shove two betta fish on a blind date that you’re going to make the magic happen. In many cases you will find that maybe the man just doesn’t like the woman you like, or the man is interested but she isn’t in the mood. By purchasing more than one set of players, you double your chances of making a love connection.