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So what you're saying is that bettas cannot survive using their gills only? I always thought the labyrinth was for low-oxygen waters and that they could still use their gills?

There is a lot of contradictory information regarding bettas out there. Not least of all, is the question of whether or not it is possible to drown a betta. I just bought a fluval edge aquarium, but I'm debating whether or not I should house a betta in it.... Do bettas do well without much (or nonevat all) access to surface air? My existing betta tank is a 1.8gal Dymax IQ3. I've seen people online suggesting 5gal, 10gal, and even 20gal as a minimum for a "thriving" betta. What are your thoughts? The third tank I have looked at is the 2gal fluval spec... Think a betta could jump out of that hole?

I just got back from aquarium central and while I didn't see find a betta I wanted, I did get lots of help from their super friendly staff. I also got put onto their mailing list so that I know when their shipment comes in just as fish club girl says! I was also really happy to see that they don't put their betta's in little jars! Btw fishclubgirl, do you breed/sell bettas at all? Thank you everyone for all the replies! I was thinking nobody was around based on the last posting dates! What a pleasant community

Thanks guys! Is aquarium central on 111ave? I'll have to go take a look some time soon. Also... do you think the quality of the bettas locally are better/worse than imported? I'm not really looking for show quality or anything (I think) but the bettas I see locally are very generically coloured...

Hi everyone, I'm sorry if this has been asked a million times. I'm new to these forums and I'm curious as to where people buy HM Bettas in Edmonton. I recently purchased one from BigAl's ... is that the only place? Are there no breeders? Should I try to import one from Thailand (or is this insane)? How much does this usually cost? Any websites recommended? Thanks for any help that you may be able to provide! Edit: You know, now that I'm thinking about it more.. I guess I'm looking for a local breeder... are there anymore around?