<\/figure>\nIn fact, even though the water temperatures in the Columbia area are quite warm year-round, this does not mean that other species do not exist in the region. <\/p>\n
Many, but not all, of the other species of Bettas prefer a more tropical climate, where the water temperatures remain a lot cooler than the temperature at which they are native to. <\/p>\n
They also prefer a large number of individuals per male, as a breeding pair will overpopulate, leading to an imbalance in the sex ratio. Fortunately for the fish, a small population of Fish such as the Lernaea cyprinacea are able to survive in this region.<\/p>\n
It is also worth mentioning that although this might seem like bad news for many aquarists, it actually has some benefits. <\/p>\n
Like any other fish with an extreme habitat preference, Fish such as the Lernaea cyprinacea will have a better chance of avoiding predators, especially those that have a tendency to take advantage of newly arrived members of their species. <\/p>\n
And although Fish such as the Lernaea cyprinacea might have been pushed to the brink of extinction due to over-exploitation in the past, they have now been protected and are thriving in an environment that is much friendlier to them.<\/p>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=KXjzZoZJK9o\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Wild Betta Fish Lives in Brazil<\/span><\/h2>\nDid you know that other species of wild Betta fish also exist in Brazil? <\/p>\n
These are the brightly colored fish that make the sport of Betta fishing exciting. <\/p>\n
Not only do they look good when they are in their fish bowl, but they also live in tropical rain forest areas in South America. <\/p>\n
They have adapted to this environment and are used by some of the more conservation minded hobbyists. <\/p>\n
Because they are also so colorful, it is very easy to distinguish them from the normal looking Betta fish.<\/p>\n <\/figure>\nAnother species of wild Betta fish that lives in Brazil are the rainbow tail angelfish. <\/p>\n
This species is very rare, which makes it even more exciting to pursue. <\/p>\n
Unlike the aforementioned species, this species is actually colorized, making it easier to spot during the day. <\/p>\n
There aren\u2019t many rainbow tail betta fish that can withstand the intense lighting and pollution of the aquarium, so it is important to keep them in an area with indirect lighting and never leave them outside.<\/p>\n
A third popular wild Betta fish is the bubble tail bluefish. <\/p>\n
This fish is not as common as the others, but it does make a great addition to any Betta tank. <\/p>\n
These fish generally like to reside in fairly deep water and will do well in community tanks. <\/p>\n
If you do find these in the wild, you may be able to find them in brackish (somewhat salty) and fresh water lakes. <\/p>\n
Bubble tail bluefish generally don\u2019t get much attention from the public because they are so hard to spot.<\/p>\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=gaR09Jyi0W8\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Other Species Of Wild Betta Fish Live In Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\nRecently I had the pleasure of visiting Vietnam and other Asian countries where there are other species of wild Betta fish to be found. Most of the time when I am traveling internationally, I can find rare species of Betta fish in foreign resorts and regions, but rarely do I find them living in their natural habitat in Asia. One of the most interesting stories I heard was how the local Vietnamese people, who had been fishing along the coast for centuries, were able to come up with an effective means of capturing more fish than they could ever eat.<\/p>\n <\/figure>\nThis is because the waters around Hanoi and other nearby cities contain so many different species of Betta fish, that even after catching a single one, other species from the neighboring areas begin to migrate in large numbers, since the sight of so many Betta fish together in the same area would stimulate the interest of other species. <\/p>\n
There are also many other exotic species of tropical fish, which can be seen by tourists who visit Vietnam. <\/p>\n
It is important to take note that although these are wild and free-roaming specimens, you should not attempt to take them into your aquarium as they will become stressed and ill. <\/p>\n
Hand-feeding is the only realistic way to provide your new fish with the nutrition he needs to survive. <\/p>\n\n