Aquatasy - Want To See A $70 Betta?

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Have you ever seen a $70 Betta before? I hadn't, not until the other day when I visited my local fish store. This fish is amazing! A very handsome and extremely robust example of a male Betta splendens. Couldn't take my eyes off of him, and I bet you won't be able to either. BUT...the question is...would you pay $70 for a Betta? Do you keep Bettas? What's the most you've ever paid for one? Leave a comment and tell me if you would purchase this breathtaking fish.
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@Gilsfishroom 2 года назад

If you look at him once every day for a year, that is around 20 cents per view. I'd call that value for money.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

You make a very, very interesting point. This is exactly why I wanted to post this video because I knew it could spark an intriguing conversation. Thank you for leaving a comment!

@AussieAquatic 2 года назад

Twice a day, and it's a Steal 😁

@Gilsfishroom 2 года назад

Aussies do love a bargain!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I must be thoroughly Australian then. I am the supreme bargain hunter!

@comment.highlighted 2 года назад

He’s gorgeous and vibrant. I definitely would have paid $70 🙂

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Fair enough. Even though I myself would not pay that much, I would never criticize anyone else for shelling out that kind money. You're right, he is definitely gorgeous, vibrant, and exceptionally hardy.

@jerrycornell4876 2 года назад

I would definitely invest in a $70 fish to make my aquarium beautiful.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Quite a stunning fish, isn't it?

@fionabell123 2 года назад

What a gorgeous boy! I got a bright orange Crowntail male from a local breeder and paid $50 (local pickup and no shipping costs). It's worth it if they're beautiful and come from good bloodlines!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

That's the key isn't it, Caroline? Good bloodlines. You have to make sure they are healthy and hardy, not just handsome.

@moonlightman7885 2 года назад

I would go as high as $69.99....70$ is a bit too much!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Ha! Now that's funny!

@GoldRangerFanGirl35 2 года назад

Ohhh so pretty @Aquatasy. But I probably would not spend $70.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I feel the same way, Shelli.

@kg2nc 2 года назад

What a beautiful Betta I would definitely get one its the fish not the money. Thanks for sharing 👍stay safe God Bless

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Well said, Ruben! It's the fish, not the money. That's a good attitude to have. God bless you to, my friend!

@nayanmistry4641 2 года назад

Absolute stunner. I think $70 for any fish is a little expensive, but I guess it depends on the rarity and how badly you want it. Everything had a price, its just depends on what you're willing to pay for it. 🤑

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Very well said. It's more than I am personally willing to pay, however the cost may seem justified for the next person. And apparently someone did find the price tag justifiable because this fish sold a couple days after I posted this video. The interesting thing is that on the freshwater side of the hobby $70 for one fish might seem pricey, but on the saltwater side it could be viewed as a bargain. I appreciate your comment. Thanks!

@nayanmistry4641 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy absolutely, saltwater fish are far more expensive, so in comparison it's a drop in the ocean, mind the pun. I guess it's all relative.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

It is indeed. (Nice pun, by the way.)

@judytrahan6121 2 года назад

I don't have $70.00 to spend on one fish! He is beautiful!!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Either do I, Judy. $70 would buy me a lot of other less pricey fish or food & supplies to take care of the fish I already have. But he was quite a good looking fish.

@thomashenrymyers1876 2 года назад

Yes I would what a stunning fish, Hi from Plymouth UK.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Hello, Thomas! Nice to hear from Plymouth. I'm going to be in the UK in May, but not near Plymouth. I'll be in Coventry for the CovCon convention. I agree, this fish is a stunner. And apparently he has found a forever home. I waa just at my local fish store and they said they had sold that Betta. So you aren't the only one who thinks he's worth that price tag!

@apss5736 2 года назад

Wow that's beautiful

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

They get some amazing bettas in that store.

@matthewsmith22 2 года назад

I've definitely paid more for less in the past, I'm not sure if I'd be able to resist

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Although I personally am not willing to pay $70 for a Betta, I totally get your argument, Matthew, of having paid more for less. In a case like that I can see why a specimen such as this could prove irresistible. (Now if I had won the lottery that morning then thar fish might very well have come home with me!)

@paulm.newitt3246 2 года назад

NBC story today about "Methusela", the world's oldest aquarium fish at 90 ( 4 ft. Australian Lungfish), at the Calif. Academy of Sciences.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

My gosh, that must be the same Lungfish they had at Cal Academy when I was a kid.

@paulm.newitt3246 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy Yes! (it's THAT old!!)....oops!! ;)

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Wow!

@teliahjackson5050 2 года назад

Ayyyeeeee!!! Shout out to the Bay and Albany Aquarium!!! What issss it?! I saw this betta last week and almost swiped my card but my tank wasn’t cycled yet. Will probably go back and buy him next week. It’s a lot for a fish but hey, whatever brings you joy in life has value and you gotta enjoy the life you live so eff it. Why not?

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Albany Aquarium has been my LFS since 2004. Love that store. You'll find a lot of the videos on this channel feature footage shot at Albany Aquarium. I do have some disappointing news for you. That betta has been sold. I went back in the day after this video was posted just to get another look at it and someone had already snatched it up. But rest assured that Hector at Albany Aquarium will be stocking more high-end handsome bettas like that. They are proving to be quite popular. If you happen to spot me wandering around Albany Aquarium some day (something I do every chance I getl) be sure to say hello!

@teliahjackson5050 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy I’m new to your channel. RU-vid recommended your video and I knew the betta looked familiar lol so I was intrigued. But if I see you I’ll for sure say hi. Albany is my go to also. I’ve tried others and they’re cool, but there’s none like that spot. Hector and the crew are so friendly and knowledgeable and they also have a great selection. That is disappointing about the betta but it happens. Just part of the hobby. I’ll just keep an eye out for the next amazing fish that I just have to have haha. Thanks for the reply and the video!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

You're welcome, Teliah. I hope you'll keep watching and commenting. Blessings to you!

@thekilleroffish9296 2 года назад

Great looking Betta, but I don't think I could convince my wife, let alone myself, to let me buy it.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I'm with you on that. Very handsome fish, but I am notoriously frugal when it comes to spending money on this hobby. The only I could personally justify the cost would be if I was planning to breed bettas, which I do not have the time to do.

@MIGUELSantiago-fd7ie 2 года назад

I’d say only if I was to breed it. But he is beautiful.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I have to admit that as I was thinking about both sides of the debate (worth the money / not worth the money) spending the $70 to buy it for breeding purposes did cross my mind. Great point!

@cathygrandstaff1957 2 года назад

He’s a beautiful fish, but $70 is a lot. I’ll stick with ordinary crowntails.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I think I would have to agree with you, Cathy. For some hobbyists the cost is justified. I've always been a frugal fishkeeper. I seldom spend a lot on one single fish. But I have to say this fish was the healthiest and most impressive looking Betta I have seen in a very long time.

@paulm.newitt3246 2 года назад

He sold? They Betta get another one! 🐠 I'd imagine that a fish that glamorous would command a special 'scape, too! 🏰🏝(hmmm...make a video about how to 'scape just for the colors and types of fish you have?). One could only imagine the "talking fish" chatter once he arrived in your...er..I mean...THEIR tank! 😲 BTW, nice, up"scale" music.....🎶🎶

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

That's actually a good idea for a video topic, Paul. I guess I'll forgive you for all the puns. (You liked the music, huh? Thanks! Just trying to change it up a bit.)

@paulm.newitt3246 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy Yes...in fact, an hour long montage of beautiful, immersive aquarium scapes up close, with music like this would be very relaxing to watch....

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I'll consider it!

@Handygrrl 2 года назад

What's $70 when each and every time you look at it you experience pure, unaldulterated JOY? And over time, that's a lot of joy to be had...which would be my (ahem, painful) justification....not enough joy in the world at the moment, imho....

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Best argument I've heard for spending that much money on a Betta. Well said! (I don't think you'll convince my wife, but well said.)

@Handygrrl 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy i think one $70 fish would easily replace my other "garden variety fish" in the sense of my enjoyment of it vs. the others. I may indeed end up someday with just such a betta and no other fish!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

That's another good point. I think ultimately each aquarist has to do what makes them the happiest in this hobby otherwise why even be in the hobby? Obviously we don't want to be reckless and spend a fortune on our fish tank obsession when we should be paying bills and putting food on the table. Having said that, if a fishkeeper stays within their own budget what does it matter whether they spend $70 on one fish or on multiple fish, right?

@AussieAquatic 2 года назад

I did pay AU$45 for a male Betta. DON'T TELL MY WIFE 😳

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

And how much are you going to pay me to keep quiet about it? 😎 MWAHAHAHA!!!

@AussieAquatic 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy You Rascally Rabbit!!!

@wandaoshiro2014 2 года назад

Nope, cause there's no guarantee it will live a long life. I think the max amount I'll spend on a fish would be about $15. But if that makes you happy, enjoy your NeW betta! 🐠🌱

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Couldn't agree more, Wanda! Like you, fifteen bucks is the most I have ever paid for one single fish. And as you say, there are no guarantee of longevity. Bettas don't live exceptionally long to begin with which when I purchase a Betta I tend to select juveniles. When you buy an adult you never know for certain how old they are. With a juvie you at least have some idea of how many years they could potentially spend with you.

@comment.highlighted 2 года назад

But nothing living has a guarantee for longevity.

@wandaoshiro2014 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy Well, I do think that your NeW betta is lucky & will have a good life, in your care.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

This is true! Tomorrow is never promised to anyone or any thing thing. But I will say that I tend to gravitate towards pets that on average live a long time: parrots, reptiles, cats, and certain fish species. I get so emotionally attached to my pets that I would be devastated if I got a fish and it only lived a year.

@wandaoshiro2014 2 года назад

@@comment.highlighted I'm just not willing to take a chance with a fish costing that much. Too many things could go wrong. But, I think Aquatasy is a very responsible fish owner & will take good care of the new betta.

@kathywhite4547 Год назад

Probably not he’s out of my price range. Beautiful tho.

@Aquatasy Год назад

That's exactly how I felt, Kathy.

@kathywhite4547 Год назад

Love bettas; I’m planning on getting one when the weather here in Canada gets warmer. Still too cold for ordering and or transporting from my local fish store.

@Aquatasy Год назад

Bettas are wonderful fish to keep. True "wet pets" with so much personality and charm. I know the males get most of the attention (and command the higher prices), but I'm rather partial to keeping female bettas.

@heidiperry6022 2 года назад

I might do it for a wild type or an alien, but I’m a sucker for rehabbing the sick pet store bettas that nobody else will take. I love kois, but fron what I understand the marbling gene they have can lead to cancer pretty fast, good breeder or no.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

Agreed. In fact, yesterday I adopted a female betta from someone who had rescued it and rehabbed it. You'll see her in upcoming videos.

@heidiperry6022 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy ooh I’m looking forward to it!

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

She's a real cutie.

@ST62382 2 года назад

Nope, too much for a betta but dang is he good looking

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

That is precisely what I said to myself when they told me the price. By the way, I just came from my LFS and that Betta has already sold.

@ST62382 2 года назад

@@Aquatasy I’m not surprised by that, I just can’t justify it myself

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I'm not surprised either. That store often gets real nice showstopper Bettas and they get snatched up right away. That was the priciest one I've seen them offer so far.

@rjj6857 2 года назад

sorry no

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

That was my initial reaction too. "Beautiful fish. Wait,...it costs how much?? Um...oh, look at these Neon Tetras over here. La la la."

@markvonwisco7369 2 года назад

That's a really nice looking betta, but not $70 nice. I have a beautiful, healthy koi nemo plakat that's almost as nice. He cost me about a third as much as the betta in the video.

@Aquatasy 2 года назад

I'm in the same camp as you, Mark. I was truly captivated by this Betta, however I'm personally not willing to pay that much. No slight to my local fish store. Charge whatever the market will bear. But for that amount of cash I am more likely to buy a whole bunch of other species. So, do you have any videos posted of your plakat? I'd love to see him.