|
Slow
Growth
|
|
Pros |
|
It is thought that bettas
that mature later will have a longer life span. |
|
Cons |
|
Will
take you longer to breed the next generation. |
|
Steps for slow growth
|
| 1:
Lower water temperatures, approximately 74°F - 80°F. |
| 2:
Foods |
| 2a |
Live
Foods 1-2 times per day |
| 2b |
Start
dry foods at about 1 month |
| 3:
Water Quality |
| 3a |
Clean
bottom of tank once per week for the first month |
| 3b |
Partial
water changes to be started after one month |
| 4:
Leave all juveniles in the grow out tank until you notice fighting or torn
fins. |
| Fast
Growth |
|
Pros |
|
You will be able to breed the next generations
of your line sooner. |
|
Cons |
|
Faster growth can possibly mean a shorter life
span. |
|
Steps for Fast Growth
|
|
1: Warmer water temperatures, approximately 80°F - 84°F. |
|
2a |
Live Foods
5-6 times per day |
|
2b |
Never
switch, stay with live foods |
|
3: Water Quality |
|
3a |
Partial
water changes every 2-3 days |
|
4: Jar males as soon as they are identified or merely jar the largest
juveniles. |
