Betta Diseases
Betta Swim Bladder Disease: Causes, Treatment & What Actually Works
Sooner or later, most betta keepers lean over the tank and find their fish hanging in the water like a…
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Betta Fish pH: The Safe Range, What Actually Matters, and How to Fix It Safely
A betta’s gills are the most exposed part of his body. Feathery, crimson, only a few cells thick, they sit…
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How Do Betta Fish Breathe? The Labyrinth Organ Explained (and When Gasping Means Trouble)
Sit in front of a betta tank for ten minutes and you’ll see it. The fish drifts upward with the…
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Types of Betta Fish: An Illustrated Guide to Tail Shapes & Fin Forms
Walk past the betta shelf at any chain pet store and you’ll see a row of cups labeled “Delta,” “Halfmoon,”…
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Betta Fish Colors & Patterns: An Illustrated Identification Guide
A betta’s color is a painting done in layers. Underneath is a base of pigment: black, red, yellow. On top…
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Can Betta Fish See in the Dark?
Short answer: barely. A betta in a dark room is close to blind. It isn’t helpless, though. It still has…
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Daphnia for Betta Fish: Live, Frozen or Freeze-Dried?
Daphnia is one of the few foods that’s both a treat and a fix. Drop a few live ones into…
Betta Tank Mates
Can Bettas And Platies Live Together?
Finding the right tank mates for your betta can be difficult. Bettas are well known for being surly and if…
Betta Tank Mates
Can Bettas Live With Tetras? – 5 Best Tetras
Can bettas live with tetras? The good news is oftentimes yes! If you’re like me, you love the idea of…
Betta Tank Mates
Bettas And Rasboras – Perfect Tank Mates?
Picking a betta tank mate is tough. They need to co-exist and survive. Bright fish may get attacked and fin…
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Tank Setup & Maintenance
14 Ways To Get Rid Of Algae In Your Fish Tank
Algae are a natural part of aquatic ecosystems, appearing in almost every aquarium. These organisms grow on tank walls, plants,…
Tank Setup & Maintenance
What Do Algae Eaters Eat? (& What To Feed Them)
Algae eaters are great for aquariums because they help maintain a natural ecosystem by getting rid of algae and have…
Betta Fish
Betta Fish Care Guide: How To Care For Your Betta Fish
Good betta fish care comes down to four essentials: a tank of 5 gallons or more, a heater keeping the…
Betta Diseases
Fin Rot In Bettas: 3 FAST Ways To Cure & Spot It
If your betta is suffering from fin rot then you need to act quickly! While fin rot is extremely common…
Betta Fish
Complete Betta Fish Feeding Guide: Diet, Schedule, and Best Practices
Feed your betta fish twice a day, 2 to 4 pellets per meal, with one fasting day per week. A…
Betta Diseases
17 Betta Fish Diseases With Pictures (And How To Cure Them)
There are so many diseases and illnesses that your betta fish may end up suffering from. And while there’s a…
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