Menggiurkannya Bisnis Ikan Cupang, Dari Hobi Menghasilkan Uang

Summary

This video script shares the personal journey of breeding betta fish (ikan cupang) since 2016. The speaker details their passion for solid red bettas, the challenges and techniques of breeding, and the process of selecting and caring for the fish. They explain the importance of water conditions, breeding strategies, and how they successfully bred fish from Thailand. The speaker also provides insights into factors like size, age, and the ideal environment for breeding, emphasizing persistence and experimentation. The script wraps up with tips and encouragement for aspiring betta breeders.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker first got interested in betta fish (ikan cupang) in 2016, particularly drawn to solid red-colored fish.
• 😀 The speaker began exploring betta fish on Tokopedia and social media, discovering fish priced up to 1–2 million IDR, which led to their purchase after consulting with their parents.
• 😀 The betta fish was purchased from Thailand and shipped to Bandung, Indonesia, where the speaker began focusing on size, color, and growth.
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes the importance of water conditions for betta fish, mentioning the use of a 'siphon system' to remove waste and maintaining water temperature and clarity.
• 😀 After about a month, the speaker notes that the fish’s health and growth had improved significantly, though some fish still showed signs of blurring colors.
• 😀 The fish were kept in containers with ideal water levels and monitored closely, with careful adjustments made based on observations of the fish’s development.
• 😀 The speaker discusses breeding betta fish, mentioning that observing specific signs like bubbles indicates successful breeding.
• 😀 Over time, the speaker’s betta fish breeding success grew, leading to an interest in trading and exchanging fish with others locally and internationally.
• 😀 The speaker recalls earlier experiences with betta fish, including a failed attempt as a child and an early fish purchase that was unsuccessful.
• 😀 The speaker explains the importance of using high-quality parent fish, noting that successful breeding involves selecting mature fish with good genetics to produce desirable offspring.
• 😀 In conclusion, the speaker offers advice on breeding betta fish, recommending a breeding age of around 3 months for optimal results and emphasizing patience and experience in the process.

Q & A

What sparked the speaker's interest in breeding betta fish?

The speaker became interested in breeding betta fish after seeing vibrant red-colored bettas online, and they started exploring the world of betta fish through platforms like Tokopedia and social media.

What was the initial step the speaker took before purchasing their first betta fish?

Before buying their first betta fish, the speaker asked for permission from their parents, as the price of the fish was quite high.

What was the size and origin of the betta fish the speaker purchased?

The speaker purchased a betta fish with a size of around two months old, costing around one million IDR, and it was imported from Thailand to Indonesia.

How did the speaker care for their betta fish during the initial months?

The speaker used a siphoning system to remove dirt, and they also tried changing the water and using katapang leaves to help the fish adapt to its environment.

What were the conditions set by the speaker for breeding the betta fish?

The speaker ensured the breeding container was ideal, neither too small nor too large, and set the water level to about half of the container's height. They also maintained proper water conditions, including using saltwater and adding regular plants.

How did the speaker identify when their bettas were ready to breed?

The speaker checked the bettas for bubbles in the breeding container, which indicated that the fish were ready to breed. They also checked the conditions after one to two hours and ensured the water was not overly sealed.

What challenges did the speaker face when starting out with betta fish breeding?

The speaker initially faced difficulties with understanding the fish's behavior, especially recognizing which male and female bettas were compatible. They also mentioned the learning curve in breeding.

What was the most expensive betta fish the speaker has sold?

The most expensive betta fish the speaker sold was a female betta that reached a size of 'M', priced at around 500,000 IDR, which was considered a premium fish.

How does the speaker breed their betta fish to achieve specific color patterns?

The speaker breeds bettas by selecting fish with multicolor traits and then cross-breeding them. They emphasized the importance of breeding F1 generation fish to maintain or enhance desirable traits like color.

What advice does the speaker give to others interested in breeding betta fish?

The speaker advises others to not be shy, to keep trying, and to gain experience. They also suggest that breeding should start with selecting the best possible fish to be used as breeding stock.