Product Description

Do betta even sleep?
Although they experience sleep different from humans, all fish do at some point sleep. Betta fish are more active during the day and sleep at night when the lights go off. Because they do not have eyelids to close and often take naps during the day, it may be hard to determine if your betta is sleeping. If your betta fish is laying motionless on the leaf hammock, let him get some rest and resist the urge to tap on the tank; he will wake up soon enough and start exploring again.

Is it important that my fish has a place to rest?
Just like us, betta fish prefer a quiet, dark and secure resting place to comfortably fall asleep. All betta need a place where they feel safe to rest their fins, but particularly if they are sick or weak. Weakened betta fish need to reserve their energy and focus on healing rather than straining to get to the surface for air. If you do not provide your betta with a proper, secure place to rest, he will find a place such as behind filters, inside tank decor or simply scrunched in a corner.

Where should I place the leaf hammock?
Attaching the naturalistic leaf betta bed just a few inches from the surface of your tank is the ideal position for your betta fish. In their natural environments, betta will lift themselves onto submerged leaves and other debris close to the surface where they can relax close to the air they need to breathe.

Will this new decoration bother my betta?
Actually quite the opposite is true. Betta are very intelligent, inquisitive fish and love to interact with their environment. Because the SunGrow Leaf Hammock so closely resembles a plant in their natural habitat, betta fish will not be bothered at all by the addition and will be grateful for something new to investigate.

Product Features

• CREATES A SHALLOW BED MIMICKING NATURAL HABITATS — In nature, betta live in shallow waters and spend a lot of time floating near the surface because (along with gills) bettas also rely on their labyrinth organ for oxygen. Betta fish will surface, stick its mouth above water and suck in air, allowing it to survive in poorly oxygenated waters where other fish could not. Placing the leaf hammock near the surface of the tank gives your betta a place to rest where they are most comfortable.
• REDUCES STRESS AND IMPROVES HAPPINESS — By providing your beloved bettas with a pleasant place where they feel secure and which simulates their natural environment, you will ultimately have a happier and more stress free pet. Even if betta is the only fish in the tank, bettas are naturally territorial and on constant guard against trespassers. The fun and functional SunGrow Leaf Hammock gives your betta a sense of security and a convenient place to rest his weary fins.
• FEATHERWEIGHT, DURABLE AND SAFE, LONG LASTING MATERIALS — Convenient and practical, the SunGrow Leaf Hammock set for Betta Fish is comprised of 3 plastic, lightweight 6″ x 3.5″ (16cm x 9cm) realistic looking leaf hammocks and 3 reliable 1.4″ (3.5cm) suction cups. The materials used are chemical free, BPA-free, pet friendly, durable and waterproof.
• QUICK AND EASY TO ATTACH USING SUCTION CUP — Using an included small standard suction cup, the SunGrow Leaf Hammock for Betta Fish quickly and easily adheres to the wall of your betta enclosure. It only takes a couple minutes to set up and attach the naturalistic betta bed. Clean the aquarium surface before adding suction cups in the tank for suction cup to hold. It remains securely in place so there is no more maintenance required. Once installed, let your betta enjoy its new resting spot.
• FUNCTIONAL DECORATIVE ADDITION TO YOUR TANK — Not only is the betta bed a functional aquarium decor, but it also provides a beautiful, natural looking pop of color in your fish tank. The dark green, realistic leaf is lightweight and securely but freely attached to the wall and sways effortlessly with the natural movement of the water. The SunGrow Leaf Hammock for Betta Fish brightens up your tank while serving a valuable purpose for your pet fish.