Does anyone own a beta- fish? My daughter

they can live to about 5 years old. with proper care of course. they are about 1 year old when they are sold. ive had mine now for almost 3 years, he's awesome and comes when you call his name and occasionaly likes to be petted! which is really cool if a bit unusual lol! betta's are pretty hardy considering..as long as you keep their water clean and do partial water changes regularly..and of course dont over-feed them.

I currently have a Betta. I don't remember when I got him though I'm guessing I've had him for the past year and a half. I've heard that Bettas can live anywhere from 3 - 5 years.

Bettas live for 2-5 years, but they are usually at least a year old when you get them, as they grow slowly. I have one I've had for almost 2 years, but he's starting to act old, and getting sick easy. He's been in my 38 gallon community tank most the time we have had him. If you buy bettas from individual breeders they're usually healthier, and live longer.

I know of people that have had their bettas for over 10 years. It depends on how well you take care of them. Most people think of bettas as "annual fish" in that they think that they only live for a year. Most people do not keep the water warm enough or clean enough to keep the bettas from getting sick and dying. Bettas should be kept at 78 or even warmer, (they survive at lower temps but not thrive). Also even though they can breath air at the surface of the water they still should have clean water that is of the same temp as the water that is being changed and not just tap water that may be a lot cooler or hatter than what they are in.

I think it helps to remember to feed them... :) I would be surprised if it makes another year.