My First Crowntail (male)-he's So Tiny, But Sweet!

[wendyngd]

Hi-

After you were all so supportive last week when my vt, Bettalicious, died (Thanks so much!) , though still grieving, went to the (usually) excellent lfs to bring home a new sweet betta buddy on Monday night and got my first crowntail male!!

He was the most active, healthy looking male there was--unfortunately in those little cups (which I complained about). My guy was at least in a glass globelike thing--probably so you could see his finnage! I was horrified to hear that they were sitting in plain tap water when I asked some questions re filtering!! AAnd told them so!

And what a sweet cutie he is!! I'll try to take some pix in the next week. He's kind of blackish with florescent type scales ofblues and greens. He has a little pointed snout-so cute!! Has been blowing a few bubbles, but doesn't spread his fins wide like a peacock very often--maybe I have too many plants?

MY ONLY QUESTION IS: THOUGH HE'S HEALTHY, HE'S VERY TINY COMPARED TO THE VT'S I'VE ALWAYS HAD! I guess he's about 2-2 1/2 inches long!!
IS THIS NORMAL FOR CROWNTAILS? OR PERHAPS HE'S A YOUNG ONE...

iI'd love to read up on crowntails if anyone has any good suggestions for books or links or websites!

I'm so happy---I still miss my little Bettalicious, but this new guy definitely helps fill that open space in my heart!!


Love,
another betta "addict" Wendy

 

[constantine03]

He could still be very young, and not properly nurished while he was growing, leading to a smaller adult stature. I'm not sure. My little CT guy is pretty small too compared to other bettas I've seen, but he's still quite ornery!

And congrats on getting a new boy! Can't wait to see pictures! Sounds like an orchid maybe??

 

[Amunet]

Ditto what constantine has said.
He could stillbe really young.
I'm sure with a healthy diet and some love he'll get bigger

I can't wait to see pics of your new little guy!

 

[Yuki_of_the_Stars]

Congrats! He sounds really pretty.

I think the small size is because his age. All the males at my Lfs are normal sized, but my CT female is small. (Even though, she's the second most agressive!) Give him time, and he'll grove up I'll bet.

 

[Monty2451]

Ditto, my Toby (the CT in my sig) is quite tiny compared to my others and a midget compared to Alpha Betta, but he's till very feisty for his size.

 

[guppy_man]

got a pic?

 

[wendyngd]

My little crowntail and I (working on a name) thank you all for your quick responses. He is quite spunky, very friendly and a good eater! I love him just as he is-I just have never had such a little bettafish before...and was curious about him. I am a little busy these days, but will work on trying to get a good picture of him. How to I encourage him to fan out his fins and "pose"? And Constantine3, what do you mean by "Orchid"? Is that a color or species?

Warm hugs to all,
Wendy

I can't believe how happy this little guy makes me!!

 

[Netty]

Hi Wendy......sounds like a super little guy you've got there. If you want him to flare, just hold a mirror up to the tank so he can see himself. Black Orchid is a colour type. Can't wait to see some pics of him. They really put a smile on your face don't they

 

[Talius]

Hiyaz and congrats on your new betta! He sounds like a nice lil guy especially if he makes you happy! I can't wait to see some pics!