Betta Bowl is a photograph by Renee Trenholm which was uploaded on October 5th, 2013.
Betta Bowl
This image is of one of my male Betta splendens. With the help of digital magic, he looks like he is swimming around in a fancy Betta bowl orb but... more
Title
Betta Bowl
Artist
Renee Trenholm
Medium
Photograph - Digital Art
Description
This image is of one of my male Betta splendens. With the help of digital magic, he looks like he is swimming around in a fancy Betta bowl orb but he's actually the overseer of a 30-gallon freshwater aquarium that's home to some mystery snails.
Although Betta fish are usually purchased in tiny plastic cups and marketing suggests they should be kept in a small Betta bowl, these fish need a tank of a bare minimum of one gallon and five gallons is ideal in the small container category. There is no aquarium that is too large for a Betta, the only concern being "Betta friendly" inhabitants because many fish will nip fins and harass or injure Bettas. An interesting fact is that Bettas have a labyrinth organ that allows them to take in air at the surface when their water's oxygen has been depleted.
Selective breeding has garnered Betta the title " Jewel of the Orient" and that is a fitting name for this beautiful species. Their bodies are approximately two inches long at adulthood. Female Bettas are smaller and less colorful than the males. Bettas can live 2 - 4 years in captivity with optimal care. The body colors and fin styles is quite different from the original dull-colored fish found in shallow stagnant ponds in southern Southeast Asia.
This beautiful Betta splendens has the Half Moon tail type which looks spectacular when he's flared. A Betta will become aggressive and flare to make himself look bigger at a perceived threat. If he sees his reflection in a mirror, he will flare, and will keep flaring because his opponent in the mirror is flaring too. The male Betta splendens is an interesting, inquisitive, beautiful creature that is extremely easy to care for as long as his few essential needs are met.
photograph/artwork copyright Renee Trenholm
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October 5th, 2013
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Comments (8)
Randy Rosenberger
Renee, I just love male betas, and this one is absolutely gorgeous! Just love your grandiose presentation!It is with great pride and pleasure that I showcase this beautiful piece of your art work on the HOMEPAGE of the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group site. I believe your works to be well composed, masterfully displayed, and a true joy to view. Thanks for sharing your talents with our members of WFS group and all members on FAA. Your excellence sets a standard to be proud of. Fave and vote Forever, Elvis
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