Outrageous!! Betta breeding with over 458 baby bettas

[NBettas83]

Hahaha that’s the spirit! There’s always room for the “just one more tank”

Just my dad wants to take out the carpet in my room, but he's holding back and I want to do it before I don't have a room for myself. I don't want to move all those aquariums!

 

[Mhamilton0911]

philam what zip code are you shipping from so I can calculate shipping for myself? Or you can, mine is 83544

 

[flyinGourami]

Just my dad wants to take out the carpet in my room, but he's holding back and I want to do it before I don't have a room for myself. I don't want to move all those aquariums!

The fact that my room is on the second floor and I have a carpet makes my parents extremely against having tanks in my room

 

[NBettas83]

The fact that my room is on the second floor and I have a carpet makes my parents extremely against having tanks in my room

Oh man...

 

[RikkiTikkii]

Not really... I don’t know.. Maybe $7 or $10.

Woah, killer cheap! Now I’m very interested.

also goodness they are very blue rn aren’t they? I cannot wait to see those colorations that are in store.

 

[FishGirl115]

I would also like to calculate shipping. My zip code is 49424.

 

[FishGirl115]

philam what zip code are you shipping from so I can calculate shipping for myself? Or you can, mine is 83544

From her profile she lives in Pennsylvania. And if you click on it, it says Wormleysburg. Which is zip code 17043

 

[NBettas83]

This thread better not become a stalking hub...

 

[philam]

Guys I will worry about the shipping stuff when I feel that they’re ready to go to their new home. Right now i feel like it’s too soon to be worrying about it. We’ll get there eventually

 

[FishGirl115]

I may be interested in a male as well. If they'll be any left!

Haha. Out of 458 bettas? Pretty sure you'll be able to get one

 

[FishGirl115]

Guys I will worry about the shipping stuff when I feel that they’re ready to go to their new home. Right now i feel like it’s too soon to be worrying about it. We’ll get there eventually

Okay. Thanks. I'll keep following and waiting then

 

[Danny002]

I'm just curious-about how long have you been breeding fish (specifically bettas)? I know at the beginning of the thread you said that you weren't new to bettas and it seems like it would take a lot of work and dedication to be able to raise such a big spawn (as well as a good amount of experience)! I also think it's fascinating that a fish's color can do a total 180 over night.

 

[philam]

I'm just curious-about how long have you been breeding fish (specifically bettas)? I know at the beginning of the thread you said that you weren't new to bettas and it seems like it would take a lot of work and dedication to be able to raise such a big spawn (as well as a good amount of experience)! I also think it's fascinating that a fish's color can do a total 180 over night.

I’ve been keeping/breeding bettas for probably 11-12 years but that’s on and off. I also have talked to a lot of breeders from South east Asia and visited their farm. I’d chat with them and ask some questions, tips and tricks that they’ve learned throughout their experience with bettas (I also don’t forget to check out their cool bettas!) You’ll be surprise how helpful those breeders are. I apply those knowledge to my caring of bettas and adjust accordingly and do what works best for me. Everybody does it differently when it comes to raising their spawn.

 

[Pythia]

I've been silently watching this thread and I have to say, those bettas are gorgeous! Unfortunately, I don't have any space left for more fish. if I did, I would've ordered one of your bettas without hesitation.

 

[philam]

I sat in front of them today and just paid attention while feeding them, so apparently this cool dude decided to show off. It’s clearly a male but it’s still too early to say what their gender is but the fact that it’s a koi, I can’t see any eggs around it which makes it easier to guess. They’re just doing a show off which is expected as they get older and mature. They don’t really fight and damage each other otherwise I’d have started jarring the males. I’ve only seen maybe two kois that have some eggs on its side and the majority of the kois are may be males.

 

[RikkiTikkii]

So they did turn white oh my gosh
theyre so round!! just want to give them little pets and hugs but I cannot

 

[flyinGourami]

I sat in front of them today and just paid attention while feeding them, so apparently this cool dude decided to show off. It’s clearly a male but it’s still too early to say what their gender is but the fact that it’s a koi, I can’t see any eggs around it which makes it easier to guess. They’re just doing a show off which is expected as they get older and mature. They don’t really fight and damage each other otherwise I’d have started jarring the males. I’ve only seen maybe two kois that have some eggs on its side and the majority of the kois are may be males.

Aww, they are beautiful. Growing up so quickly..... They won't still be babies soon.

 

[philam]

I've been silently watching this thread and I have to say, those bettas are gorgeous! Unfortunately, I don't have any space left for more fish. if I did, I would've ordered one of your bettas without hesitation.

It’s not too late to make a room for one! They’re not quite ready to go to their new lovely home yet.

 

[philam]

Quick sneak peek guys. I was feeding them this morning and I think I just found my favorite one so far! Check him out! (I Think it’s a male)


I will try to put a video up for an update later. Most of them have some orange pattern that’s starting to come in and also some red and galaxy. This male here that I’m showing is getting some nice Nemo galaxy spots or pattern. I’m sure he’s only going to be so much prettier. He’d probably look nice if I took a shot of him from the side but the side is dirty with some algae There are more of them that has some nice patterns that’s starting to come in. I’m very excited!

 

[Mhamilton0911]

philam
I had a dream that I filled my tank with a sorority of ladies from you. What is your experience with keeping a sorority? I have never done that, but I understand it's easier when they are from the same hatch, is that correct? What's the possibility of this working out?
I have a 48 gallon bow front that I'm getting set up, and so far has no real plan for stocking. I thought I'd run this by you to get your thoughts.
I also have a lightly stocked 10 gallon that would love a male from you when the time comes.

 

[JJ3204]

I know that koi bettas are one of the slightly more expensive breeds than, say, a veiltail, so how expensive do you think these ones will be? Honestly it’s like a 5$ difference between most breeds

 

[flyinGourami]

I know that koi bettas are one of the slightly more expensive breeds than, say, a veiltail, so how expensive do you think these ones will be? Honestly it’s like a 5$ difference between most breeds

7-10 dollars I believe, not including shipping(op says they'll worry about shipping later when they feel the bettas are ready to go).

 

[JJ3204]

7-10 dollars I believe, not including shipping(op says they'll worry about shipping later when they feel the bettas are ready to go).

I see. Thanks. Kois at my Petco can be up to 20

 

[Danny002]

I see. Thanks. Kois at my Petco can be up to 20

I imagine they're regular price has also gone down a bit since they have so many of them lol

 

[philam]

philam
I had a dream that I filled my tank with a sorority of ladies from you. What is your experience with keeping a sorority? I have never done that, but I understand it's easier when they are from the same hatch, is that correct? What's the possibility of this working out?
I have a 48 gallon bow front that I'm getting set up, and so far has no real plan for stocking. I thought I'd run this by you to get your thoughts.
I also have a lightly stocked 10 gallon that would love a male from you when the time comes.

I am really not into sorority personally but if your 48 gallon is heavily planted and has a lot of hiding spots, you could make it to work out especially if you’re sorority tank is filled with siblings but that’s not guaranteed that they won’t fight. Bettas gets mean even a female when it’s full of food. I have to say though that if your sorority is bettas that are in the same spawn and age, you have a higher chance of having a peaceful female bettas sorority.

 

[Mhamilton0911]

I am really not into sorority personally but if your 48 gallon is heavily planted and has a lot of hiding spots, you could make it to work out especially if you’re sorority tank is filled with siblings but that’s not guaranteed that they won’t fight. Bettas gets mean even a female when it’s full of food. I have to say though that if your sorority is bettas that are in the same spawn and age, you have a higher chance of having a peaceful female bettas sorority.

This sounds like I need to stick to one at a time
It'd be my luck they'd all fight and I'd have to go buy 10 tanks

 

[philam]

This sounds like I need to stick to one at a time
It'd be my luck they'd all fight and I'd have to go buy 10 tanks

I got you. Definitely not fun seeing their beautiful fins get ripped off. If I have to decide how I’ll build my sorority, it’ll be siblings or the same spawn bettas. I think in my opinion, that’s the way to build your sorority for a higher chance of a successful female betta sorority.

 

[philam]

Okay guys. Weekend update!
They are 8 Weeks old now. I’ve tried catching some of the cool ones but I couldn’t. They’re sleek they’re really getting big especially from the side view. I also think I need to start jarring some of the males so they can start developing their fins, color and grow faster. Females can stay together forever until they find their new homes. Check them out!

 

[kymob]

I can not believe how many you have. I think you sent picture of mom and dad? I can not find it

 

[philam]

I can not believe how many you have. I think you sent picture of mom and dad? I can not find it

I have the dad and the mom in the Very beginning of the thread. And yes the title of this thread is legit!!

 

[biscuit]

I notice some bubbles on the surface, are those from the water or do bettas start blowing bubbles really young?

 

[philam]

I notice some bubbles on the surface, are those from the water or do bettas start blowing bubbles really young?

I think it’s just from the water being steady. I’m sure these young males are going to blow some nest when they’re jarred. I just think it’s too soon to jar them Yet. They’re not quite 2 months old yet to be jarred. The goal is at around 2.5 months old.

 

[philam]

Okay guys I decided to jar some of the males and it’s hard to take a picture of them because they move really fast but they’re actually bigger than I thought after they are in their 1.5 gallon jar. They are already having some flare party but I’m sure I’ll start seeing some bubble nest soon and they’re only going to get more aggressive. It’s hard to see their color because of the tannins that’s in their water but they have some nice Nemo and red galaxy pattern from their parents. maybe I’ll record a video of them soon because they look prettier in person and the photos that I took are bust.

 

[AquaCaitlin]

Oh my goodness how cute! I’m so excited to see how they develop now that they’re seperated.

 

[Danny002]

They look great! I'm just curious, but what's the difference between male and female bettas behavior-wise? Of course there are some long-finned males, but besides that are there any notable differences (aside from males making bubble nests)? I've had my share of male bettas, but I haven't had a female before, and I can't decide whether or not I want to get a female this time or go for another male.

 

[flyinGourami]

They look great! I'm just curious, but what's the difference between male and female bettas behavior-wise? Of course there are some long-finned males, but besides that are there any notable differences (aside from males making bubble nests)? I've had my share of male bettas, but I haven't had a female before, and I can't decide whether or not I want to get a female this time or go for another male.

I'm no expert but there aren't too many differences.... I think you can't really say there are just because each betta will be different. Either way, females are also really awesome, one thing is that they do tend to be more active(compared to the male long finned).

 

[Danny002]

I'm no expert but there aren't too many differences.... I think you can't really say there are just because each betta will be different. Either way, females are also really awesome, one thing is that they do tend to be more active(compared to the male long finned).

Thanks for the reply! I figured it would come down to the individual. I was just wanting to make sure there wasn't anything super different that I should be prepared for.

 

[philam]

They look great! I'm just curious, but what's the difference between male and female bettas behavior-wise? Of course there are some long-finned males, but besides that are there any notable differences (aside from males making bubble nests)? I've had my share of male bettas, but I haven't had a female before, and I can't decide whether or not I want to get a female this time or go for another male.

There’s actually a really cool female in the grow out tank. I wished it was a male but it’s a female and it’s got some nice pattern to it. Females are cool and they tend to eat a lot more than the male but you have to be careful with them when feeding because they could get egg bound and become so rounded. They also poop a lot haha!

 

[philam]

Oh my goodness how cute! I’m so excited to see how they develop now that they’re seperated.

I know me too!! I’ll be jarring more!

 

[flyinGourami]

There’s actually a really cool female in the grow out tank. I wished it was a male but it’s a female and it’s got some nice pattern to it. Females are cool and they tend to eat a lot more than the male but you have to be careful with them when feeding because they could get egg bound and become so rounded. They also poop a lot haha!

Lol I want a female betta now.

 

[philam]

Here is one of the cool female that has an orange spot on its nose! Definitely a Nemo galaxy candidate. It looks cooler from the side but it’s hard to take a picture of it because it moves so fast and there’s a lot of the siblings photo bombing

 

[Danny002]

She's very cute! I hope she keeps the spot on her nose as she grows up.

 

[philam]

She's very cute! I hope she keeps the spot on her nose as she grows up.

It’s probably going to spread across its face as it matures and maybe even a Galaxy spots will cover its face like the mother but who knows that’s just my guess.

 

[FishGirl115]

I love these bettas! They are so adorable!

 

[NBettas83]

So pretty!

 

[jake37]

So you now have 400 1.5 gallon jars ?

 

[philam]

So you now have 400 1.5 gallon jars ?

Oh no. I’m not jarring the females. Females can live together because they don’t fight. Only the males are going to be jarred.

 

[FishGirl115]

Oh no. I’m not jarring the females. Females can live together because they don’t fight. Only the males are going to be jarred.

How many males?

 

[philam]

How many males?

I don’t know yet but so far, I have jarred 16 males!

 

[FishGirl115]

I don’t know yet but so far, I have jarred 16 males!

Wow! That's awesome!