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November 7th, 2009
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| Betta in a Planted Tank?
Just wondering if anyone has or had a betta in a planted tank and how it worked out? I have been thinking about setting up the 5g minibow I have as a planted tank (it's currently empty and collecting dust) and figured I would rescue another betta. I just never had a betta in a planted tank and wasn't sure how it worked out for anyone else.
Also, would it be possible to use some kind of sand substrate or should I stick with traditional gravel?
I suppose the only reason I am thinking of rescueing another betta is I am unsure what other fish would go well in a 5g tank, if any. If you have any suggestions on another fish for a 5g planted tank please let me know.
Last edited by JaneAustenAddict; November 7th, 2009 at 03:33 PM.
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November 7th, 2009
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| Quote:
Originally Posted by JaneAustenAddict  Just wondering if anyone has or had a betta in a planted tank and how it worked out? I have been thinking about setting up the 5g minibow I have as a planted tank (it's currently empty and collecting dust) and figured I would rescue another betta. I just never had a betta in a planted tank and wasn't sure how it worked out for anyone else.
Also, would it be possible to use some kind of sand substrate or should I stick with traditional gravel?
I suppose the only reason I am thinking of rescueing another betta is I am unsure what other fish would go well in a 5g tank, if any. If you have any suggestions on another fish for a 5g planted tank please let me know. | betta in a planted tank would be awesome! mine love anubias and java moss (the only plants I have lol) but id go with marbles or gravel as sand can not be good for them IMO ...id be worried about them having sand in their labyrinth organs and gills | 
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November 7th, 2009
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| My boy loves his planted tank. He has 5 plants in his 5g, and he takes turns laying in each one of them. His favs are the moss and the tall soft one at the back, which always has a bubble nest above it. He also likes his little cave under the driftwood. I say go for it! I'm sure he'll thank you. Here's a pic of mine.
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November 7th, 2009
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| Thet looks awesome! I am definitely going to give it a try. In fact, I already started setting it up!
Obviously I haven't gotten very far, haven't even added the water yet. But, you can see the general idea so far. | |
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November 7th, 2009
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| | Fish Keeper
| Your betta will be happy with the planted tank, it gives him something to do. | |
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November 7th, 2009
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| Good luck with it! Cute tank, you should have no problem getting it looking great! Remember to get soft plants. I've just found a clumping grass that he loves, it's so soft. You can't really see it in the pic as the fish is right in front of it, but it's only a small piece I broke off the plant in my other tank. Really hoping it grows. Keep us updated on your progress...and we want pics of course!  | |
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November 7th, 2009
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| | Fish Master
| Planted tanks are how Bettas thrive.... | |
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November 7th, 2009
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| Quote:
Originally Posted by Martinismommy Planted tanks are how Bettas thrive.... |
Should I convert my 10g betta tank into a planted tank then instead? | |
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November 7th, 2009
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| | Fish Master
| If you have the means then yes..... | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| | Master Of Fish Poo!
| If you can find them (and can pick up a grow-out tank for the fry), Endlers would love a 5g planed tank. 1 male and 3 females to start would work and the fry would come along soon enough.
A betta would enjoy a planted tank and I'd go with the smooth polished gravel or the small flat glass marbles for the substrate. A lot of gravel not only can give you tons of dust to deal with even after rinsing it over & over, but betta fins tear easily on gravel, which can lead to fin rot. They like sleeping on the bottom too. | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| My bettas haven't been in a planted tank so I'm not sure. I have heard that tough plants can result in long fins catching and getting tattered so it always put me off.
Also I once (for a goldfish) bought some plants, with these plants without my knowing came what is called a 'pest snail'. Has anyone had one of these? It was this minute little snail only about .5cm but it released a toxin throughout the water and caused my fish harm. Ever since this experience I have been dubious on the subject of plants, how often if ever does this occur or do I just have really bad luck?
Have been thinking lately that my bettas would like some plants though, so am interested in everyones replies.  | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| Thanks everyone for all the wonderful replies! Now I have one more question:
Which plants besides java moss and anubias would be safe?
Okay, make it two more questions!
When adding plants do you add them all at once, or a few at a time like when adding fish? | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| you can add plants all at once. my bettas have all had planted tanks. java moss, java fern, hygro, canadian pond weed, hornwort, micro sword. and other plants i cant recall the names of | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| Thanks! If the 5g planted tank works out I may convert my 10g to a planted tank as well.  | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| Oh oh, now you've got me thinking about it..........  | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| Planted tanks are a fab idea! I have easy to keep live plants in all my tanks and my fish love them - I have a 20g divided tank with 3 bettas and they all love the plants I have about 2 in each section. | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| I've got live plants in all my betta tanks and they love them. | |
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November 8th, 2009
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| I don't know why I never considered using live plants in a betta tank before. It just never occured to me. Anyways, went shopping today and here is the tank as of 11/08/09. I don't really like the aqua fern (front right) and it definitely needs something in the background behind the driftwood. I am thinking another Anubias to replace the Aqua Fern and then possibly a Micro Sword in the background. I also need to get some Java Moss, but the store didn't have any in stock today  | |
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