In this article we will address all the initial and ongoing costs of owning a Betta fish. Many of these costs you will be familiar with but some of these costs are missed by expectant Betta parents. It is important to research the cost before purchasing a pet to ensure you can afford them initially … Read more about The Cost of Setting Up and Caring for a Betta Fish
Adorable Unisex Names for Your Betta Fish
You've purchased your delicate Betta fish and have brought him or her home. One of the biggest decisions (of course equal first with which tank to purchase) once your little fish has settled in is what will you call your new family member? Some people are more creative than others when naming … Read more about Adorable Unisex Names for Your Betta Fish
Is My Betta Fish Pregnant? Signs and Symptoms of an Expectant Betta
We all know that the female Betta does not give birth to live young. Like most aquatic species, her eggs are laid which are then immediately fertilized by the male Betta. The female betta is far from a nurturing mother and the raring of her young is left entirely up to the male Betta fish. A … Read more about Is My Betta Fish Pregnant? Signs and Symptoms of an Expectant Betta
Choosing the Right Canister Filter for Your Betta Fish Tank
There is a debate on whether or not a filter is needed in a Betta tank. For larger tanks, especially those with other fish or live plants we recommend using a filter. If you have a very small tank then you don't really need a filter for it. Canister filters are becoming increasingly popular and … Read more about Choosing the Right Canister Filter for Your Betta Fish Tank
How To Setup an Aquatic Plant Environment For Your Betta
Setting Your Tank Up For Plants Benefits to Having Plants Having a healthy plant in your tank will help to improve the water quality by filtering out waste and removing some of the CO2 that's produced by your fish and decomposing food left in the tank. This could also reduce the frequency … Read more about How To Setup an Aquatic Plant Environment For Your Betta
Live Aquarium Plants for Your Betta Fish
Benefits of live plants for your Betta Fish Health Benefits Like us, your Betta Fish can be psychologically effected by their environment and home, which can have both a positive or negative effect on your little friends stress levels and well being. Having a healthy and stable home … Read more about Live Aquarium Plants for Your Betta Fish
The History of Betta Fish
Betta Fish or Siamese Fighting Fish Scientific Name: Betta Splendens (given this scientific name in 1909 after previously being named Macropodus Pugnax) Common Name: Siamese Fighting Fish Genus (groups of animals from the same family): Betta Betta Fish are often referred to as Siamese … Read more about The History of Betta Fish
Betta Burial – Planning the Funeral and Burial of Your Betta Fish
We Are Sorry to Hear of Your Betta's Passing Unfortunately all fish including betta fish, only live so long. You have made a connection with your fish, watched them grow and flourish within their tanks and fed them daily. The memories you have made with your betta you will keep for a lifetime, … Read more about Betta Burial – Planning the Funeral and Burial of Your Betta Fish