Author name: Charlie Morton

From catching minnows and tadpoles in jam jars as a boy to breeding South America Cichlids in his teens, Charlie has always been fascinated with observing the underwater world through glass. As a qualified scuba diver, avid snorkeler, wild swimmer, and surfer, Charlie's a great fan of getting closer to all kinds of aquatic life on their own turf too! When he’s not in the water, Charlie can be found writing not just about fish, but also wild birds, plants, ecological gardening, and nature therapy. Some of Charlie’s favorite aquarium fish include Clown Loaches, Apollo Sharks, Upside-down Catfish, Red Severums, and Angelfish.

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The Fading Beauty of Betta Fish: Understanding Color Loss and How to Help

At Bettasource.com, it’s our wish to help you keep your betta fish healthy, happy, and looking at their brilliant best. We understand how disheartening it can be to see your betta’s colors fade, so we’re here to help! If your betta is beginning to look pale, it’s likely to be suffering from some sort of […]

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The Hidden Influence of Limestone: Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks for Your Aquarium

Limestone is a beautiful type of rock that can be used in aquariums to raise the water’s pH and hardness levels. But since betta fish prefer water that is fairly soft with a neutral pH, limestone is unsuitable to add to betta tanks in most circumstances. But how does pH affect your betta fish’s health

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