Picture this: you’re at the pet store, staring at rows of colorful fish food containers. The flakes are cheap, convenient, and the packaging shows happy fish swimming around. You grab a container thinking you’re set for months of easy feeding. Plot twist: you might have just bought your betta the equivalent of fast food for…
Your betta is basically a tiny underwater carnivore with anger management issues. And just like any self-respecting predator, they need serious protein to stay healthy and show off those gorgeous colors that made you fall in love with them at the pet store. The Protein Requirements That’ll Shock You Here’s what most betta owners get…
This gorgeous purple betta with those crazy long fins will make you want to start an entire crocheted aquarium! At 4.5 inches, it’s the perfect size to show off those flowy fins that make betta fish look so fancy. Love these betta patterns? My complete 5 Betta Fish Crochet Pattern Book includes this design plus…
Lighting isn’t just about making your betta tank look Instagram-worthy. The right light helps your betta show off those crazy bright colors, keeps your plants alive, and stops algae from turning the tank into a swamp. But bettas don’t like being blasted with a spotlight all day. They need a setup that mimics nature—daytime when…
Keeping a betta sorority tank peaceful isn’t just about tossing a bunch of female bettas together and hoping for the best. It takes the right setup, smart planning, and a few tricks to avoid constant fin-nipping drama. In this guide, I’ll share 7 betta sorority tank ideas that actually help your fish get along. From…
So, your betta fish takes the food, chews it like it’s considering a life decision, and then spits it out.Rinse and repeat. It’s frustrating to watch. Not only are you wasting food, but you’re also wondering if your fish is sick, picky, or just messing with you. The truth? Bettas have a few solid reasons…
Setting up a betta tank sounds easy until you realize how much bad advice is floating around. Bowls? Useless. Tiny plastic kits? Might as well be fish traps. The good news? You can create a proper betta home without losing your mind or blowing your budget. Even if you’ve never owned a fish before. This…
Feed adult bettas 2-4 pellets twice daily (morning and evening), with one fasting day per week. The best foods are high-quality betta pellets (NorthFin, Fluval Bug Bites) with frozen treats like bloodworms 2-3 times per week. The most common mistakes are overfeeding (bettas’ stomachs are the size of their eyeball), using flake food, and not…
If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on inside your leopard gecko—or what all those little body parts actually do—you’re in the right place. This guide breaks down leopard gecko anatomy in plain English, with clear photos and diagrams to help you understand both the outside and the inside of your gecko. Whether you’re a new…
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