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The male betta's flowing colorful fins make it a popular fishbowl-dwelling pet. Happy in a small space, these exotic fish require routine water changes to keep their environment healthy and safe....
The colorful flowing fins of a male betta make it a popular pet fish. Also known as the Siamese fighting fish, the betta is susceptible to common tropical fish ailments such as fungal infections,...
Almost all of us love pets.Fishes are great pets.Noiseless,mess free and the least expensive maintenance pet.And so cute,you could gaze at them for hours.Kids specially love them.Fishes are also...
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Betta fish are easy to keep, but they do need four simple things.
Betta swim bladder disorder is a non-contagious affliction that prevents the fish from being able to swim and move properly. There are treatments available to make the fish more comfortable while...
Over the course of the years of raising Bettas, I have learned some key things that could be handy for a new beginner. Here are some tips and advice on what you should do when you bring home your...
Betta fish are majestic and flowing fish, known also as Siamese fighting fish because they are very aggressive and territorial. For this reason, it is recommended only one fish be placed per...
Breeding beta fish can be done at home when the proper conditions are in place, but requires close attention and care.
If you are a new owner to a Betta fish but your not sure ho to take care of one, this is the guide for you. I will cover all of the basics you need to know on taking care of a Betta fish.
I've had many beta's through out my life, and there is a right way to clean their tanks to make them live longer.
A swim bladder, sometimes referred to as a gas bladder or air bladder, is an adjustable gas-filled organ that provides fish the ability to control its buoyancy. Bettas experiencing a disorder of...
Male bettas reach sexual maturity after 3.5 months of age. Some male bettas will begin to develop bubble nests in their bowl or aquarium to indicate readiness for mating. The bubble nest serves as...
Water changes are key times for Bettas since it is often when novice owners will kill them. Also known as Siamese fighting fish, Bettas are sensitive to chlorine and water temperature like any...
Male and female betta fish are easy to distinguish by their fins, coloration and aggression levels. Pet stores make it even easier by labeling the bowls or containers of male and female betta...
Betta fish are common aquarium animals prized for their beauty. It is easy to determine the sex of most adults, although the differences between younger fish are less pronounced. In addition to...
Adding an aquatic plant to your beta fish bowl is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Not only do natural aquatic plants oxygenate the water and air for your beta, they also help keep your...
Betta Splendens, better known as Siamese fighting fish or betta are very unique fish. They have the ability to breathe oxygen from the top of the tank. Since Siamese fighting fish can breathe...
In this article, I will be showing you how to care for a betta fish. Most people think that bettas are very easy to care for. This is true, but they still require some work. Taking care of...
Beta fish are the most beautiful fish for indoor enjoyment.
So your child has been begging you nonstop for a pet the last few months. You probably can't even get through a meal without them presenting evidence on why they deserve a pet (i.e. their best...
Betta fish are popular pets and are known for their distinct coloration and elaborate displays. Originally from Asia, wild Betta fish live in slow moving rivers and shallow rice paddies. They are...
Betta Fish, otherwise known as the Siamese Fighting Fish, are very aggressive and dangerous. Read this article and find out how to raise them!
First and foremost decide what you want in ur Betta. I select always unique colored ones rather than selecting the biggest one in the shop. As you can take care of ur betta's health ur self. So...
Are you ready to purchase one of these beautiful, yet low maintenance fish, but have no idea how to distinguish healthy from ill? Follow these steps, and you'll have no problem picking a healthy...
Betta fish are easily cared for and do well in small bowls/tanks. They are great pets and can be a best friend.
Bettas, or Siamese fighting fish, are wonderful fish and are known to be the easiest fish to breed, next to livebearers. It's easy to breed them, but raising the fry is a challenge, it is within...
Owning a betta fish is simple and rewarding. In order to keep your betta happy and healthy, you need to clean the tank when it starts to appear cloudy or starts to develop algae. Follow these...
This is how to care for your freshwater tropical Betta fish, these care tips do not apply to female bettas
Bettas are beautiful and fun pets. They add a little something extra to any home or office. Here are a few tips you need to know to keep your betta happy and healthy.
Since most aquarium water heaters are designed to heat a minimum of five to ten gallons of water, it can be difficult to select a heater that works efficiently and safely in a 1-to-2 gallon Betta...
I was interested in getting an aquarium but I knew that maintaining them was just another chore I did not need. A friend suggested a "Siamese fighting" Betta fish. Unlike other...
Sometimes betta fish get dull and grey, there is a simple solution to brighten them up! This comes from experience- One weekend i left my betta fish in my room with no light, just the window open....
Looking for an unusual project for a rainy weekend? How about an interesting table light? Have an old coffeemaker sitting in a box in the garage? You can make a nifty gift for yourself or a...
Beta fish are beautiful companion fish often kept as a pet in the United States. Their meager requirements make them an excellent choice for a child's bedroom, bathroom decoration or even an...
Upon finding a sick betta fish struggling to swim on its side in your betta aquarium, panic sets in. As hardy as they appear, these colorful little guys rarely seem to bounce back once ill....
Since Japanese Fighting fish live in a simple fish bowl with still water it needs to be cleaned by hand on a regular basis. Japanese Fighting Fish can survive in water right from your tap and one...
Having a pet can be a stimulating experience. Whether its a dog, cat, bird, fish, etc. I find that the easiest pet to care for is a fish. When caring for a fish be aware of the requirement for...
I love betta fishes. I love it even more when i am able to keep them as a pet, not only alive but well and healthy. Here's a few things to keep in mind.
Second to only goldfish as the most popular breed of pet fish, betta fish are known for their beautiful coloring and the aggressive nature of males of the species. Betta fish are easy to care for,...
Betta fish are beautiful, and can make great pets if taken cared of properly.
So you want to breed betta fish. Maybe you're doing it for a hobby. Maybe you're doing it for the money. Maybe you're even breeding them to enter the prize fry in betta shows. Whatever the case,...
When a male betta is healthy, he always builds a bubblenest in the hopes that a fertile female will soon swim by. It is the male who takes care of the baby fish (fry). He spits out a series of...
The beauty of Beta mixed with a lovely peace lilly with little maintenance.
This will give you an introduction on the basics of caring for your brand new Betta fish, also known as the siamese fighting fish. I will also touch on the basics of breeding these fish as well.
Almost anyone can keep a betta fish alive if they feed it regularly and change its water, but that doesn't necessarily mean that the betta will be healthy and happy. Bettas are relatively easy to...
More and more households are purchasing betta fish, The perks of owning betta fish is that they are stunning to look at, relatively low maintenance, don't require a lot of special equipment, and...
Bettas (Siamese fighting fish) are not that difficult to breed in captivity, but housing them all can be problematic. Since Bettas attack each other, especially the males, you have to house them...
Betta fish are popular for their beautiful colors and their easy maintenance. The betta can live for as long as four years and is inexpensive to take care of. Bettas are often called Siamese...
Betta fish or Japanese fighting fish are fun to breed, but they are a bit of work to get it all to work out well and for you to end up with fry.