So you walked into a pet store for dog food and somehow walked out with a betta fish. Sound familiar? You’re not alone, friend. But now you’re staring at your beautiful new fish buddy, frantically googling “what the heck is tank cycling,” and wondering if you’ve accidentally signed up for a chemistry degree. Here’s the…
Picture this: You’re standing in front of your betta tank at dinner time, pellets in hand, when your fish gives you those hungry, pleading eyes. But wait—it’s Sunday, your designated fasting day. Sound familiar? If you’re wondering whether skipping feeding for one day is actually helping your betta or just making you feel guilty, you’re…
You’re standing there with a container of betta pellets, staring at your fish, and suddenly you’re hit with one of those weirdly specific pet owner dilemmas that nobody warned you about. Do I soak these things or just toss them in? Welcome to the betta world’s version of the great pineapple-on-pizza debate. The Great Soaking…
Picture this: You’re standing over your betta tank with a container of pellets, watching your fish zoom to the surface like a tiny aquatic vacuum cleaner. Your heart melts a little as those big eyes seem to say “please sir, I want some more!” So you sprinkle in a few extra pellets because, hey, who…
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…
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