Betta Picta

[Rugby]

hey everyone,
im sorry if this is in the wrong section, i wasnt too sure where to put it.

my question is, i just got 2 pairs of "pictus bettas" and both males already have a mouthful, and i have no idea what to do or any rearing techniques. i checked the internet, but this forum is much more reliable.

thanks for the help,

Rugby

Edit: they are in a 10 gal. is this enough?

 

[constantine03]

http/www.ibcbettas.org/smp/species/picta.html

 

[Frollickyfish]

I think generally with mouthbrooders you need to move the brooding males to a seperate tank and then put them back into their own once they have spit the fry out otherwise the adults eat the fry. I think they generally hold them in their mouth from around 9-14 days. Care of the fry will just be like care of splenden fry and if you look at the FAQ section there should be info on there on how much and what to feed and how to do water changes. Good luck!

 

[Rugby]

thanks everyone, ill let you know how i do with the fry

Rugby

 

[modaz]

always leave the brooder in the tank and take out the others, best not to stress the male out