how much should you feed betta fish?

  Betta Fish Feeding Amount Guide​

  1. Fry (0-6 Months)​

  Single Feeding Amount: 5-7 small-pellet feeds, ideally finished within 10 minutes.​

  Daily Frequency: 2-3 times a day, with 4-6 hours between feedings.​

  Notes: Fry have a fast metabolism; feed small amounts multiple times a day to avoid leftover food polluting the water.​

  2. Adult Fish (6+ Months)​

  Single Feeding Amount: 10-20 pellets, preferably finished within 5 minutes.​

  Daily Frequency: 1 time a day (can be reduced to once every 3 days in winter).​

  Notes: Overfeeding can easily lead to obesity or dropsy; adjust the amount based on the fish's physical condition.​

  3. General Principles​

  Feed Selection: Prioritize floating pellet feeds with ≥35% protein content.​

  Observe Feeding: If the fish does not finish the feed within 2-3 minutes, reduce the feeding amount.​

  Water Quality Management: Clean up leftover feed promptly after feeding and maintain a water temperature of 24-27℃.​

  4. Special Situations​

  Live/Frozen Food: Occasionally feed brine shrimp, bloodworms, etc., ensuring they are free of parasites.​

  Fasting Day: Arrange 1 fasting day per week to help the digestive system recover.​

  Summary​

  Fry require frequent feeding in small amounts, while adult fish need regular feeding in fixed quantities. The core principles are "feed until 70% full" and "water quality first".

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