Acclimation refers to the process of slowly introducing a fish to water in its new environment. If you recently got a new fish or a new tank, you need to make sure that the water temperature of the water in the tank matches that of water from your fish’s previous environment. ...
With a larger tank, there is a greater volume of water which can dilute toxins and provide a more stable environment for your fish. In a smaller tank, it can be more challenging to maintain astable water temperatureand water quality. Keep in mind that Betta fish are active and require prop...
Giant Betta fish, like their smaller counterparts, are tropical fish that thrive in warm water. Maintaining a consistent temperature between 78 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (25 to 27 degrees Celsius) is vital for their overall health and well-being. Investing in a reliable aquarium heater with adjust...
Betta Fish FAQs Betta Fish Facts & Overview Category Rating Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Aggressive Color: Various colors, patterns, and shapes Lifespan: ~3 years Size: ~2.5 inches Diet: Carnivore Family: Osphronemidae Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons Tank Setup: Freshwater, plants, caves ...
And let’s not forget: temperature swings are as welcome as a snowstorm in July; keep the water comfortably warm, dancing between 76-81°F. Ever heard “you are what you eat?” Well, Bettas take that to heart. The all-you-can-eat buffet leads to pudgy pets, so a mix of high-qua...
Betta fish (Siamese fighting fish) suffer from a wide range of illnesses. Learn how to prevent, diagnose, and treat common betta fish infections and diseases.
Siamese Fighting Fish were deliberately selectively bred for territorialism/aggression. This is why true wild Betta splendens males are far less likely to fight each other when kept in groups in an appropriately-sized tank (minimum 5 gallons advisable when keeping either groups of wild males & fem...
Temperature (20-80℃) and pH (2-12) profiles of amylase and lipase at three stages (10-day-old, 1.5-month-old and 3-month-old) in Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens Regan, 1910) were studied. At least nine amylase activities were observed during development: pH 7 at 40℃, pH 9...
Learn why betta fish don’t belong in small, one-gallon tanks. There are better options if you want your fish to be happy and healthy.