If you love bettas, you’ll agree that bigger is definitely better! The biggest betta fish is known as a Giant betta or Betta anabatoides. So, is the Betta anabatoides easy to care for? Do these supersize betta fish need a larger tank than ordinary bettas? How readily available are Betta anabatoides, and are they expensive …
A Betta hendra? What’s one of those?! – Okay, whew! Glad you asked! So it’s not just me that had never heard of this species? All joking aside, the Betta hendra is not a commonly known species. That could very well be because they were discovered only recently. However, they’re truly beautiful fish that everyone …
Betta Hendra: A Guide To Caring for This New Species Read More »
“Betta pitbull” sounds like an aggressive name, but what exactly is a Betta pitbull and how do you care for one? Let’s discuss how to set up your tank, feed, and breed this particular betta fish… What Is a Betta Pitbull? Betta pitbull may sound like a combative name, but what is a Betta pitbull, …
Betta siamorientalis is a fairly new species belonging to the Betta splendens. Also referred to as Betta kabinburi, the name Betta siamorientalis: comes from Siam, the former name for Thailand, and Orientalis, meaning ‘of the east’ because this species lives in eastern Thailand. This species of betta is similar to other Betta splendens within the …
Betta siamorientalis | A New Fish Named After Its Country of Origin Read More »
If you’re looking for a new betta fish, and are an experienced fish keeper hoping for an exciting new challenge, then the Betta livida (also known as the Selangor Red betta, or the Jealous Green-Eyed betta) may just be the perfect choice for you! Not one for beginners, this breed of wild betta is of …
Betta Livida: A Challenging but Worthwhile Endangered Betta Read More »
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 …
Betta Pugnax: Interesting Facts and a Complete Care Guide Read More »
The Plakat betta is a lovely variation of the common betta with short fins and distinct hues that can complement any aquarium. These tropical fish have an acute temper and are very territorial by nature. However, with the proper environment and care, they can make for beautiful and rewarding pets. In this guide, I will …
The Beautiful Plakat Betta: A Comprehensive Care Guide Read More »
If you’ve ever caught a frog in a mud puddle, you have some idea of how betta fish were first discovered. Betta-keeping began in Thailand when young children found the fish in rice paddies and took them home as pets. Unfortunately, Thai people also liked to watch aggressive fish fight for sport, much like cockfighting. …
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 Betta: A Care Guide for This Sought-After Fish Read More »
Betta fish (or Siamese Fighting Fish, as they are sometimes called) don’t breathe exactly as other fish do. They have a special respiratory organ that most other species lack, called the labyrinth organ. As we’ll see, these fish have developed a labyrinth organ in response to their natural environment. In the aquarium, some extra care …
