Betta fish are one of, if not, the most popular fish in the aquarium hobby. But did you know that many other different species of betta fish are available for purchase? Not only are there more types other than your typical Betta splendens, but these wild species are just as easy to keep and are […]
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Sherolyn-Basement Bettas After getting a successful spawn, you want to get your fry off to the best possible start to ensure getting them to adulthood. With Bettas, that means having live food small enough for them to eat and having it available as soon as they are ready to eat. Vinegar eels are a very
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That’s a question you’ll be asking yourself if you’re looking for suitable tankmates for your betta buddy. The Redtail shark is an attractive fish and makes a great addition to a community tank, but would one of these guys get along with your betta? In this guide, we answer that question, as well as giving
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Ammonia poisoning can be fatal to all fish, including your betta buddy if you don’t spot the warning signs that there’s a problem and take steps to deal with it. New tanks are often the worst culprits when it comes to ammonia poisoning, which is why so many betta fish fall victim to the deadly
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Most fish hobbyists have to cope with sick fish from time to time. That can be devastating, especially if the affected fish is your prized betta. The good news is that most common fish diseases can be cured. But what about betta fish tumors? In this guide, we discuss how to identify a betta fish
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Betta fish have a reputation for being fairly hardy pets, but diligent care is still essential for transporting them safely from a pet store to your home, or when you’re moving house. Some key principles when transporting a betta are to provide a safe, steady, darkened environment, with adequate insulation to keep the water temperature
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Every betta fish has his own unique personality, just like you and your friends do! However, most bettas do react in similar ways in the same situations. For example, if your betta feels threatened by something he doesn’t understand, he will most likely hide. But is that the only time when your betta fish might
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So you’ve got yourself a new tank and are excited to get some fish in it? Not so fast! You’ll probably know that every fish tank needs an initiation period, or what’s known as ‘cycling’ before you can safely add any fish. This can take anywhere between two weeks to several months, so it’s a
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The Betta albimarginata is a wild-type betta native to Indonesia. I can guess what you’re thinking, another betta species? But trust me when I say this type of betta is worth your time! Once I saw a Betta albimarginata for the first time, I knew I had to add it to my betta collection. It’s
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Sherolyn-Basement Bettas Many people fine it odd that Bettas are shipped from buyer to seller and to and from shows. Because bettas are air breathers they actually are easier to ship than fish that get their oxygen from their water. As long as a few conditions are met, Bettas ship just fine and can be
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