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How Long Do Betta Fish Live For? – 5 Helpful Tips For a Long and Happy Life

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How long a Betta fish can live for, will largely depend on the level of care and the environment you give them. On average Betta fish live for approximately 3-5 years in captivity. But with the right care and attention, they have been known to live for up to 8-10 years. In this article, we will be covering everything you need to know to help ensure that your betta fish can … [Read more...] about How Long Do Betta Fish Live For? – 5 Helpful Tips For a Long and Happy Life

How Much Do Betta Fish Cost to Buy and Care For?

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Asking how much do betta fish cost to buy, or how much they cost to care for, is one of those "how long is a piece of string" questions. Where you live, the variation of betta fish you are looking at, and the size of the aquarium you will be using, along with the aquascaping decor you choose; can all have an impact on the initial outlay, and upkeep costs for your little … [Read more...] about How Much Do Betta Fish Cost to Buy and Care For?

Best Food for Betta Fish

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When it comes to feeding your betta fish, there are several different types of fish feeds that you could use. From flacks and pellets, to live foods or frozen food; the market is full of options. Finding the best type of food for your betta will ultimately come down to a combination of your budget and your betta's own personal taste. … [Read more...] about Best Food for Betta Fish

Betta Sorority

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The topic of whether Betta fish should be housed together in a sorority or not seems to be never ending. Some fish enthusiasts warn that in no circumstances other than for strictly breeding should two Bettas ever be tank mates. On the other hand, scientists have conducted a number of tests of the species concluding that Betta females can live happily together with minimal … [Read more...] about Betta Sorority

Betta Fish House

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Providing your little Betta fish with a safe a comfortable place for them to rest, hide and sleep, is very important. Just like us, your Betta fish needs shelter and a bed to be happy and comfortable. Placement of their housing, is just as important as the type of housing. As Betta fish are Anabantoids aka Labyrinth fish, which means that they have a labyrinth organ that … [Read more...] about Betta Fish House

Hikari Bio-Pure Freeze Dried Daphnia for Pets Review

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What are Daphnia? Daphnia, also known as 'water fleas' are actually crustaceans that are in the same family as shrimp, lobsters and crabs. These crustaceans are a type of plankton and are classified as invertebrates that sport a hard outer shell. Almost microscopic, Daphnia are only 1mm to 3mm long. Daphnia feed on algae, bacteria and decaying matter. Under a microscope, … [Read more...] about Hikari Bio-Pure Freeze Dried Daphnia for Pets Review

Betta Fish Tank Setup – A Detailed Guide For Beginners

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This article will be providing a detailed beginners guide on how to setup a tank for your Betta fish. We will be covering topics from the choice of tank, to the environment and equipment needed for your little friend to live a happy and healthy life. Step 1 - Choosing the Tank The tank you use is very important, an ill-chosen tank could mean the difference between your … [Read more...] about Betta Fish Tank Setup – A Detailed Guide For Beginners

How to Save a Dying Betta Fish

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If you find that your betta is gasping at the bottom or surface of the tank, pale in color, has a limp tail fin, unresponsive eyes and with their gills fanning visibly then they may be in critical condition. There are a few things you can do to increase their chances of survival. Prevention is the Best Cure Preventing inhospitable conditions that can lead to the death of … [Read more...] about How to Save a Dying Betta Fish

The Cost of Setting Up and Caring for a Betta Fish

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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 but also on a week to week basis. Betta fish have a lifespan of approximately … [Read more...] about The Cost of Setting Up and Caring for a Betta Fish

Adorable Unisex Names for Your Betta Fish

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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 their school of fish. Some opt to name their Bettas after fictional characters … [Read more...] about Adorable Unisex Names for Your Betta Fish

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