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 this article will help you find the perfect one for your tank. Why Should I Have … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right Canister Filter for Your Betta Fish Tank
Filters
My Experience with Filters (positive results)
Knowing that some Bettas have difficulty with a filtered tank, I thought you all might want to hear some positive experiences regarding Bettas and filtration. I received my first Betta, "Sushi" as a gift from a co-worker in March/April 2002. He came with a gallon size vase, gravel and a silk plant. I purchased additional silk plants and decorated his home as an underwater … [Read more...] about My Experience with Filters (positive results)
Reduce Filter Current for your Betta
Even mild filter current can become a nuisance for a betta fish who have large heavy fins and are notoriously slow swimmers compared to other small aquarium fish. It can be challenging for betta keepers to find a balance between enough current to keep the water clean and cycling, yet gentile enough to allow their betta fish to swim comfortably and eat their food without it … [Read more...] about Reduce Filter Current for your Betta
Betta Fish and Filter Current
IMG_4794, originally uploaded by Bassline Audio Visual. Q: M wrote: WOW I have to say that your website is quite the place to find the answers your looking for so thank you so much in helping people find the right answers to keep their wonderful fish alive and well! I was wonder now if you could help me…I bought a betta fish about a week ago and had him in a bowl at first … [Read more...] about Betta Fish and Filter Current
Installing an Air Stone
Betta Bubble Maker, originally uploaded by devroka. Q: MS wrote, I recently rescued a Betta fish from being the leftover of a center piece at a wedding and I just setup a tank for the little guy in my apartment.I purchased 1.5 gallon tank and the tank came with an airstone system in it. Now I have been trying to read up as much as possible online regarding Betta, and I … [Read more...] about Installing an Air Stone
Even Filtration in a Divided Tank
Were big bettas, originally uploaded by liyah73. Q: NB wrote, I’m setting up a divided 10 gal for my two males. I have a store bought mesh tank divider, which should work fine but I’m afraid the filter is only going to clean one side of the tank. The holes in the mesh are so small I don’t see how it’s going to work for the other side. Is this going to be a problem? A: … [Read more...] about Even Filtration in a Divided Tank