We have researched and have assurances from TSA that they will allow the fish through screening at the USA departure airport. I ~believe~ that the UK has no restrictions on the importing of a single betta fish that is personal property. (I've written for confirmation of that, but I do believe that is the policy.)
I am having quite a bit of trouble finding out which airlines will allow a betta fish (tropical fish) on a flight. Due to the nature of the fish, he can survive in unusual conditions, breathing both through his gills and air in the container through his labyrinth organ. We are hoping to book a straight-through flight of 12 hours or less and keep him in the cabin as a carry-on. If we need to take a longer flight we can open his bag/jar and let fresh air in, and then close it again.
Has anyone any experience with moving a betta fish long distance by air? If so, can you recommend an airline?
We don't mind paying the extra fee (though it seems a bit silly for a one-inch fish). Our other option is to ship him overnight priority express via FedEx to a friend there while we are in-transit, or have a friend at the departure point ship him to us once we arrive. I'd feel a lot better carrying him in my handbag than having FedEx throw his box around.
Thanks!
I am having quite a bit of trouble finding out which airlines will allow a betta fish (tropical fish) on a flight. Due to the nature of the fish, he can survive in unusual conditions, breathing both through his gills and air in the container through his labyrinth organ. We are hoping to book a straight-through flight of 12 hours or less and keep him in the cabin as a carry-on. If we need to take a longer flight we can open his bag/jar and let fresh air in, and then close it again.
Has anyone any experience with moving a betta fish long distance by air? If so, can you recommend an airline?
We don't mind paying the extra fee (though it seems a bit silly for a one-inch fish). Our other option is to ship him overnight priority express via FedEx to a friend there while we are in-transit, or have a friend at the departure point ship him to us once we arrive. I'd feel a lot better carrying him in my handbag than having FedEx throw his box around.
Thanks!
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