buying fish online (specifically bettas)

[RockabillyChick]

i've really wanted a pure white betta for some time now. i've found a few at pet stores that are close, but nothing pure white. i'm also rather bord of the standard veil tail betta. i'm wondering how expensive it is to buy a betta online. i know it depends on tail shape, pedigree, etc. also, what are some good websites? i'm not looking to breed, so i dont need anything perfect quality, i just want a white male betta, preferably with something other than the Veil tail shape. any suggestions?

 

[Ghost_knife]

usually betta (good ones) I've been told are between 12-40 dollars. Shipping that I've seen has been from about 27-30 dollars. I have not ordered anything as of yet because I am waiting on my new tank in the next few days. I hope this helped

 

[TheMightyQueenPixie]

One decent male specimine can run you 20-50 dollars depending on strain...Northstar is right about shipping, about 30 bucks...If you import it will usually cost 5 bucks per fish to ship them from overseas to the transhipper...The transhipper will usually charge a 3 dollar per fish handling fee...More of an inspection actually to make sure the fish is healthy and good to be shipped again...
check out www.ibcbettas.org for a list of chapters and member sites...You can always get a deal at www.aquabid.com too