IM looking into getin a beta

[bbq1234]

so betas are liek goldfish they dont need temp or circulation and you can keep them in almost anything

 

[thellama]

they do need a constant temp...

they dont need air no.. but they need to be cleaned often..

and usually at LEAST 1/2 a gallon if your gonna keep a betta

 

[bbq1234]

well why at the pet stores dont they have thermometers in there tanks

 

[thellama]

cause the pet stores usually have a constant temperature in their aquarium section.. at least mine does

 

[The-Wolf]

so betas are liek goldfish they dont need temp or circulation and you can keep them in almost anything

OMG you think that about goldfish
I humbly suggest that you read This

 

[Where the river goes]

A betta needs a BARE MINIMUM of 1 gallon. Temperature should be in the upper 70's to low 80's (76-82) so you'll need a tank big enough for a heater.

As far as air circulation/filtration. Bettas don't necessarily need it, but filtration is always a plus

 

[AlexsDaddy]

If you can't find a heater small enough, just keep the tank in a room with a constant temp. None of my tanks have heaters and they all stay at about 76-78F. Just make sure you get a thermometer of some kind though so you have a way of monitering it. I have the type that stick on the outside of the glass. They don't need filters or airation, but filters cut down on the amount of water changes making them even lower maintenance than they already are. Oh, and don't put them near a window where the sun shines in for most of the day, or air ducts. That could be detremintal to their health. They don't do well with big temp. fluxuations.