You may wonder whether your betta fish has feelings, or are you just imagining it? The answer is nobody knows precisely what betta fish experience, but science and direct human observation both suggest that there’s a vast array of feelings and emotions in betta fish, maybe more than we ever imagined! So how can we […]
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It’s always a sad moment when your betta is sick with little chance of recovery. If your pet fish is suffering excessively and you feel it would be kinder to end its life humanely, you’ll probably be asking what is the kindest way to do so. To make sure that I’m offering the most up-to-date
A Compassionate Guide to Saying Goodbye to Your Betta Fish Read More »
My betta fish looked like he was on death’s door for ages before he finally died of old age while I was on vacation. I wish I would have known what the signs were, so I could have said goodbye — or even done something to intervene. Our team at Betta Source doesn’t want you
Understanding the Subtle Signs of a Betta Fish’s Final Days: A Compassionate Guide Read More »
Sherolyn-Basement Bettas The various micro-worm cultures are a great way to get your fry off to a good start. They are small in size and their wiggling attracts the fry and gets them eating at the crucial first days. The worms also stay alive in the water for a while giving the fry plenty
Nurturing Your Fry: The Simple Secret to Thriving Micro-Worm Cultures Read More »
There are many black betta fish on the market that any betta enthusiast would be eager to own. Despite the colorful varieties of betta fish being arguably way more popular, black bettas are some of my favorites. One stunning darker-toned species is the Black Orchid betta fish, or, more specifically, my favorite – the half-moon
Halfmoon Black Orchid Bettas: Origins, Looks and Care Read More »
At bettasource.com, we’ve become well-accustomed to writing articles about fin rot! Because it’s one of the most common ailments of domestic betta fish, many people try to treat it with medications. While Melafix or Bettafix are two of the most popular choices, they’re also quite controversial. There have been many reports of betta fish dying
A Lifeline for Betta Fish: Exploring the Promise of Melafix for Fin Rot Recovery Read More »
Betta fish are undoubtedly beautiful creatures, and having the correct light in your betta fish tanks can be just what you need to bring out your pet’s colors and highlight its flowing fins. But do betta fish really need light, and if so, should you leave the light on in the betta tank 24/7? Do
The Gentle Glow: Shedding Light on Betta Fish Care Read More »
Betta fish, or Siamese fighting fish, are beautiful aquarium fish that are popular aquatic pets because of their brilliant colors and extravagant fins and tails. These tropical fish are diurnal, meaning that, unlike nocturnal animals, bettas are most active during the daytime, resting and sleeping at night. So, how does your betta cope when you
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Koi bettas are some of the most sought-after types of betta fish. Their unique marbled color patterns that gradually change and shift over time never get old! There are also several types of koi bettas, with Galaxies, Halfmoon, and Plakats being the most popular. You can even keep an all-female sorority of koi betta fish.
Koi Bettas: History, Varieties and Care Read More »
Sherolyn-Basement Bettas Before you ship you will need to get a few things together. You will need bags and an insulated box. Handy to have is the cut off top of a 2 liter bottle cut off, a 1/3 measuring cup and a cup or jar. Depending on the season you may also need heat
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