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No, Bettas actually have something called a labrinthiform organ behind their gills. This allows them to store some oxygen, and they tend to gulp air from the surface. If you are going to have a lid on the Betta's home, be sure to leave a small air gap between the waterline and the lid for them to gulp from.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoNot necessarily. Most small tanks will be fine without. However, if you're fish start rising to the surface of the water a lot they are probably in need of oxygen.
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Is an air pump necessary for a betta fish?
No they breathe from the top of the water like a porpoise
Do betta fish need air pump?
Betta fish do not need to be in oxygenated water because they gulp air from the surface of the water. They can be kept in a variety of small containers. I found some really stylish ones online at www.bigalsonline.com. I attached a link for you!
Would an air pump kill a Betta fish?
Yes, but if he is nesting, it needs to be turned very low so as to avoid damaging his bubble nest.
WHAT TYPE Of fish have air sacs and can gulp air?
There is a large number of different types of fish that have air sacs and can gulp air. These fish species are referred to as "labryinth". The by far most popular Labryinth fish is The betta Splendid or Betta fish.
How do betta fish breath?
Betta fish breathe air....yes... that's right... they breathe air. They breathe air because they have an organ by their gills that is called the Labyrinth's Organ which allows them to breathe air. They breathe air by coming up to the surface of the water. Then they gather air in their mouths and hold their breath underwater.
What kind of fish breathes air.?
Fish that can breath air directly from the surface, such as the ever popular betta, are referred to as labyrinth.
Why is your Betta fish coughing?
All fish do it. If it just opens its mouth and lets out air it is just doing fish things.
Can a betta fish burp?
Not in the same way that people 'burp' but they can and do 'gulp' air.
What preys on betta fish?
other Betta fish and the bigger fish.
How many fish can a betta eat?
Betta fish do not eat fish.
Are Betta Fish omnivores?
No betta fish are carnivores.
What to do if your betta tank has a cover?
The cover is necessary for Bettas. It keeps the air above the water moist and warm so that when the Betta takes in a gulp of air it will not harm the fish.
