What is a fun fact about betta fish?

Thanks to the labyrinth organ, Betta fish are able to survive in waters with low oxygen content. This is how they can thrive in rice paddies, stagnant ponds, and lightly polluted waters. They can even survive out of water for short periods of time when needed, so long as they are able to stay moist.

How long does a betta fish fight last?

Betta fish are extremely territorial and likely to fight any other fish they share their tank with. Male Betta fish especially like to attack other fish by biting their fins. And in cases where they fight each other, the fights can last up to 15 minutes.

Do betta fish fight a lot?

Betta fish fight to establish a territory, including food resources, shelter, and access to females. This is a common cause of aggressive behavior in many different fish species. There is debate over whether this fighting behavior is innate or a consequence of how betta fish are reared.

Why is betta called fighting fish?

Betta keeping began in Thailand (formerly Siam) over 150 years ago. Children collected these territorial fish in rice paddies and would place them together to watch them spar, hence the name Siamese Fighting Fish.

Do betta fish know their owner?

Yes, betta fish recognize their owners. Some bettas get excited and swim to the front of the tank when their owners pass by. Bettas mostly associate their owners with food and playtimes, so the more you interact with your betta fish, the more likely they’ll recognize you. Betta fish can also love their owners.

Do betta fish recognize their name?

These fish are smart enough to recognize their owners and respond to your presence. While they may not show affection like our furry types of pets or respond to their name, they can show interest and affiliation toward their owners and will reciprocate if you spend the time to develop a positive relationship with them.

Can I put 2 fighting fish together?

Yes. You can keep two bettas together, provided they are not both male. Keeping two males together will surely end in a fight to the death. You can keep one male and one female betta together.

How do you train a betta fish to fight?

Start by running your finger along the outside of the aquarium — you can also drag your finger through the water — until your betta approaches you. Then give them a treat to encourage their behavior. This might take days or even weeks of training, but your fish will eventually catch on.

Do betta fish feel love?

Betta fish may not “love” their owners in the way that a dog or cat would show affection, but they will show a clear interest and affiliation with their owners. Bettas are also known to have good memories and can remember people despite not seeing them for several weeks or more.