Would this work for a Betta bin?

Would this be alright for a betta bin?

Haven't measured yet, but it's a pretty good size (as wide as my 10gal, actually) and I will get the measurements soon

I'll of course get a sponge filter (and try my absolute hardest to get a heater) and it will have sand (probably no live plants)

Id cut large-ish holes in the top

If not, probably a fish supplies holder

 

If you make sure it's cleaned good and put holes in the top and maybe an air stone if you want I couldn't see why not. I'm assuming by looking that it looks big enough.

 

Fill it up and see how much water it takes. You'll of course want that heater. Don't cut too big of holes or your betta will jump out.

 

Thanks guys!

I think a sponge filter would be enough. A mix of air stone and a filter! An air sponge! (Theyre very bubbly)

I won't cut them too big. Mainly just one for the sponge filter and a few smaller ones. Gatta watch out for the kittens paws, so I can't cut them too big for that reason too



Really holding back on making a joke about being cheap

 

Considering that it's purple, I would be wary of it. Is it food grade?

 

Considering that it's purple, I would be wary of it. Is it food grade?

No, it's not. That's what I was afraid of

Says "Bella storage solution"

 

Since it isn't food grade I wouldn't use it. It could leech something that could potentially harm the betta

 

Since it isn't food grade I wouldn't use it. It could leech something that could potentially harm the betta

Alright. I'll keep some fish supplies n stuff in it

EDIT I'm putting my sea shells in there actually

 

You can however go and purchase one that is for food storage. Has anyone ever put a betta in one of those drink dispensers? Would it work. Water changes would be easy since all you have to do is press down on the throttle and it would suck all the water from the bottom. You can easily put a sponge filter! Perhaps you can try that!

 

You can however go and purchase one that is for food storage. Has anyone ever put a betta in one of those drink dispensers? Would it work. Water changes would be easy since all you have to do is press down on the throttle and it would suck all the water from the bottom. You can easily put a sponge filter! Perhaps you can try that!

That's actually a pretty good idea

 

You can however go and purchase one that is for food storage. Has anyone ever put a betta in one of those drink dispensers? Would it work. Water changes would be easy since all you have to do is press down on the throttle and it would suck all the water from the bottom. You can easily put a sponge filter! Perhaps you can try that!

That's an interesting idea for sure!

 

You can however go and purchase one that is for food storage. Has anyone ever put a betta in one of those drink dispensers? Would it work. Water changes would be easy since all you have to do is press down on the throttle and it would suck all the water from the bottom. You can easily put a sponge filter! Perhaps you can try that!

How big of a drink dispenser? You'd still have to syphon any solid waste out

 

How big of a drink dispenser? You'd still have to syphon any solid waste out

Well I'm thinking of those big blue tubs

Plenty of room for a betta friend (cut a hole in the top and its perfect

 

By the way, just curious-

Does anyone think that this 2.5 shrimp tank could eventually hold a betta when the shrimp are gone?
(Sorry for going COMPLETELY off topic but now it's just a search for a betta home out of curiousness))

 

Although most people don't recommend anything less than a 5 gallon, including me, they can be put in a 2.5

 

Although most people don't recommend anything less than a 5 gallon, including me, they can be put in a 2.5

Yea. I think its mainly the amount of room you give the betta to swim with decor and the fin size, too

Bigger fins, less active betta

Smaller fins, more active betta

Lots of decor, less space

Less decor/very well placed decor, more space

 

If put in a 2.5 I would suggest to do a very thin layer of sand substrate and that it is. If you add any piece of wood o decoration it will crowd the space. For big fins as long as it isn't dragging a 2.4 will be fine but anything short such as koi, plakat, and female bettas should have a 5 gallon since they are more active due to short fins.

 

Why are you getting a bin for a betta instead of a tank? I think I missed something.

 

Is this temporary? You can't see the betta through that purple plastic...

I have a betta still in a temporary five gallon bucket, half full of water. I have read that solid color plastic is less toxic than clear. I bought a five gallon tank off Craig's list with a light/hood, a filter (that is really for a ten gallon, so I will use it for that), a gravel vacuum, and some other stuff for $30. All this was about $100 new and the guy only used it for three months before all his tropical fish died (gee I wonder why), so it's brand new basically.

So what I'm getting at is that you can find fish stuff on craigslist... I've bought more than half my stuff off craigslist so far and I've saved hundreds.

Btw, my veil tail is more active than my plakat, but my plakat is an Olympian jumper. Like he jumps from across the bucket and lands in the center of his betta log, or out of the log, as soon as he sees me. I'm very concerned about putting him in a smaller tank with less space at the top!

 

Have you ever heard of the app and website "Offer Up"? It helps people sell stuff locally and find things locally. Just the other day someone was selling a 40 breeder for $30 that was 1 mile away from me.

 

Plastics releasing toxins into water is a myth that has been going around online, but has been irrelevant since the 1950s. Even if you melt them in the microwave, they still do not release toxins in measurable quantities with the newer plastics (post 1950s). What is dangerous about plastics, is that they can trap microorganisms in them, because they are not a very hard surface. If your plastics become stained and discolored or have bubbling from heating, then throw them out. I own a restaurant, so I had to study up on this and work with my health inspector. If you need to clean something that is plastic, use lukewarm water, soap, sanitizer or diluted bleach. Use a soft bristle brush to scrape particles free. A hard brush that scratches plastic can let microorganisms in. Hot water can soften the surface and do the same thing.

So your tub may not be a good permanent home, but if you treat it right, it should do for a while. Hope this helps!

 

I was just curious to see if it could be in the bin- I've only got a bit less than 100$ to go on, and I want to get supplies and stuff.

It probably would be temporary

I haven't, actually!! Ill check it out!

 

A ten gallon tank is under $20 at most places. Maybe you should just use that

 

The problem with a 10gal is that I don't have enough room. Downstairs, yes, but my dad probably wouldn't want it down there. Possibly a 5gal would do it

 

5 gallons are about $10! Not only are they clear they are rectangular so you shouldn't have a problem for filter or heater

 

Thanks guys ^^