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Graphite Disease Betta

The Silent Struggle: Understanding Graphite Disease in Betta Fish

Graphite disease can be fatal in bettas if it’s not recognized and treated quickly. If you’re vigilant and keep a close eye on your betta’s wellbeing, it can be treated and prevented, too. Read on to learn more about Graphite disease, including how to recognize, treat, and prevent it. What Is Graphite Disease? Graphite disease

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betta fish natural habitat

Bringing a Slice of Serenity: How to Create a Betta Fish Paradise in Your Home Tank

The betta fish, also known as the “Siamese fighting fish,” is popular among fish lovers. These tropical fish are loved for their beautiful colors and vibrant personalities. Despite being one of the most popular aquarium fish, many betta fish owners have little idea of their origins. If you’re wondering about the wild betta fish’s natural

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Betta pugnax

Betta Pugnax Care Guide

The Betta pugnax, or Penang betta, is a species of gourami that comes from Southeast Asia and inhabits fast-flowing forest streams. I spotted these fellows for the first time in a tiny creek in Thailand. They were so well disguised among dead leaves that I only noticed them when one of them flared up at

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Do Betta Fish Play Dead

The Curious Case of Betta Fish: Understanding Their Mysterious Moments

So you’ve just found your beloved new betta fish floating upside down, eyes vacant, seemingly lifeless. Heartbroken, you go to retrieve its little body, but as soon as you do, swoosh! He wriggles away and starts swimming around again as if nothing had happened! Now you’re justifiably confused and worried that something may be wrong

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