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09th October 2009
Betta Fish have become very quickly one of the most well liked freshwater fish within the aquarium trade. In just a few short years, these beautiful fish have gone from being a well-kept secret among serious enthusiasts They are found in nearly every of... Read >
Author: lesbar02nd October 2009
Betta fish dropsy should not be taken lightly. If left untreated, it can be fatal.
Betta dropsy is a symptom of an internal problem, such as a bacterial infection.
The Symptoms:
- Significant bloating and swelling throughout the fish's entire bod... Read >
Author: HK25th September 2009
Oftentimes tropical pet fish lovers think that if their aquarium water isn't a green or brownish looking color that their betta fish couldn't survive and thrive.
However, if you take a look at a natural water environment you'll notice that it has some... Read >
Author: FishGuru25th September 2009
These small tropical fish are placid when on their own, and surprisingly aggressive towards other male Bettas. They can live in the smallest of bowls. In the wild they have even been found living in water-filled buffalo hoof prints...
Betta Fish (e.g. ... Read >
Author: FishGuru16th September 2009
When you decide to buy your first aquarium, there will be several choices you will need to make. I will illustrate this process using Marineland Eclipse 5 as an example. This will give us the needed focus.SizeThe first decision is how large the aquarium s... Read >
Author: Mischa Hill16th September 2009
A common bacterial infection that afflicts betta fish, swollen eye syndrome, also commonly referred to as "pop-eye", can be a symptom of a more serious internal problem. Basically, it is caused by the accumulation of fluid either in the eye or behind the ... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
Betta fish fin rot is a bacterial infection that causes the fins and the tail of your fish to deteriorate. They appear to look rotten and discolored. A normal betta fish should have vibrant colors, and the tail and fins should be fully extended and flowin... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
What are the signs that your betta fish is suffering from betta swim bladder disorder?
Bloated underbelly.
No fish droppings in the tank.
Betta swim bladder disorder is your fish's inability to maintain itself in an upright position, due to an enlar... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
If you own a betta, popeye is a bacterial infection that you need to be on the lookout for.
Popeye is an eye infection in which the fish's eyes appear to bulge, or "pop" out.
Popeye is caused by the accumulation of fluid either inside the eye or beh... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
Here are some things that you should be looking for when you are trying to diagnose betta sickness:
· White spots on your betta's head, its body, or eyes
· Your betta remains docile and inactive near the bottom of its habitat?
· Your betta is ... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
Most forms of betta illnesses can be avoided if you diligently take these necessary precautions:
1. Your fish's habitat is clean and comfortable for its optimal health, vitality, growth, and hygiene, and is free of any bacteria or other contaminants.
... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
Having difficulty coping with your betta fish illness?
Fret not, for the solution to most of your betta's problems can be solved on your own, using a handful of very simple, time-tested, household techniques.
Every known variation of betta illness h... Read >
Author: HK16th September 2009
When it comes to taking care of betta fish, believe it or not, there is a lot more to it than simply doing the basics such as changing the fish's water weekly and feeding it once or twice a day.
Taking care of betta fish can be a fun and rewarding expe... Read >
Author: HK11th September 2009
Do you really think you know how to care for a beta fish so as to prolong its life and keep it happy, and healthy?
Remember, it's not enough to just keep your fish in a small fish bowl and feed it once or twice a day. There's a lot more to beta fish c... Read >
Author: HK24th August 2009
If you have fallen in love with Bettas and want to start breeding them, you need to learn a few things. One of the more important ones is also the very basic- how to choose your Betta parents.Both prospective Betta parents must be healthy, of course, but ... Read >
Author: Mischa Hill18th August 2009
A few months back I bought my first Betta fish. As I looked through various forums and resources I found it hard to find one agreed upon answer as to what size tank I should house my new fish in. I've seen them in anything from a vase to a ten gallon tank... Read >
Author: settar318th August 2009
So you're all ready to house a new Betta fish and embark on a new endeavor... But you want to make sure you're really ready. Well you're one smart cookie then, Bettas are a very delicate creature (a very rewarding one too though!) and research is king whe... Read >
Author: settar318th August 2009
Betta fish get sick. It just happens, sometimes the diagnoses and treatment are simple, sometimes they get out of hand too quick for the average Betta owner to do anything about it. Below I've compiled some of the most common Betta diseases in hopes of he... Read >
Author: settar318th August 2009
Betta fish are one of the most popular types of pet fish in our culture today, second only perhaps to the goldfish. Between you and me though, I'd much rather have one of these guys than a goldfish. In this article I've given you some beginner tips on tak... Read >
Author: settar317th August 2009
As a betta owner for while now, I've had my share of scouring the internet for resources that will lead to the best possible care of my betta fish. Here I'm going to compile for you some of the most important things I've found out as a Betta owner and giv... Read >
Author: settar313th August 2009
Now that you have your Betta fish, how are you going to feed it? You may be eager to keep your little new friend very healthy, but be careful, it's easy to overdo it.You have probably already heard or read that what you feed your Betta will have a profoun... Read >
Author: Mischa Hill10th July 2009
Betta fish or "Siamese fighting fish" are valued not only for their colors, but also for their flowing and showy fins as well. To keep your Betta fish active, happy and healthy there are certain things you must do...
Siamese Fighting Fish are tropical ... Read >
Author: FishGuru05th July 2009
The beautiful colors of Betta Fish that catch our eye did not exist when the species was first discovered. Due to the fact that the Siamese people were solely interested in their fighting ability, breeding practices concentrated more on building endurance... Read >
Author: Michael H.15th June 2009
When you care for betta fish you will be taking care of a brilliant pet that is clever and colorful and can make a great addition to your aquarium, or in an aquarium of their own. There are a few things that you should take into consideration when thinkin... Read >
Author: Michael H.15th June 2009
When you care for betta fish you will be taking care of a brilliant pet that is clever and colorful and can make a great addition to your aquarium, or in an aquarium of their own. There are a few things that you should take into consideration when thinkin... Read >
Author: Michael H.10th June 2009
Once you have chosen the living space for your betta fish, then you are almost ready to add your fish to their new environment but there are some important points that you should take into account for optimum betta care to keep your fish free from dange... Read >
Author: Michael H.06th June 2009
Once you have chosen the living space for your betta fish, then you are almost ready to add your fish to their new environment but there are some important points that you should take into account for optimum betta care to keep your fish free from danger ... Read >
Author: Michael H.01st June 2009
Betta fish, also known as Betta Splendens and Siamese fighting fish can be popular pets because they are friendly, interactive and can have low costs for maintenance and care. Betta fish can live for up to four years and there are some simple steps that y... Read >
Author: Michael H.09th April 2009
Caring for your Betta fish may not be easy, given the fact that most betta fish do not last in captivity for more than a few months at a go. However, with a near perfect tank and proper care, you should be able to increase the lifespan of your betta fish,... Read >
Author: reuben wallis21st March 2009
You’ve brought home that cute little Betta fish in a vase. Now what?
With the recent popularity of Betta fish in a vase more people are bringing Betta fish home. Most people discover that they absolutely love them only to have them quickly die. Be... Read >
Author: Calikim19th December 2008
Have you ever seen a betta fish vase? It's basically a large flower vase filled with water and maybe a live plant. There are quite a few good reasons why you shouldn't put your betta in one. This article will take a look at some of these reasons.
Sp... Read >
Author: D Swain19th December 2008
If you're going to care for bettas, then you should be prepared for them to get sick every so often. You should know some of the symptoms of common diseases so that you will have no trouble diagnosing a sick betta fish. This article will discuss some of... Read >
Author: D Swain19th December 2008
There are various diseases that can affect your betta. Most betta fish diseases are caused by poor water quality, so you can prevent many by keeping the water clean. Some of the most common illnesses include fin rot, velvet, and popeye. This article wi... Read >
Author: D Swain17th December 2008
If you want plants in your Betta fish aquarium, you'll have to decide between live or manufactured ones. Live plants have a number of advantages and disadvantages when compared to their artificial counterparts. This article will discuss some of these adva... Read >
Author: D Swain25th March 2008
Sure everyone loves Goldfish but there are a very similar type of highly colored and active fish that are just as easy to care for. I'm talking about Betta fish, also known as Siamese Fighting Fish. Hailing from the Mekong river in Asia these beautiful fi... Read >
Author: Richard Fenn04th April 2007
I got my first betta fish as a teenager and enjoyed that first betta for several years.
The Siamese Fighting Fish, commonly called betta, is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. Bettas ,earn the nickname "jewel of the orient" because of t... Read >
Author: Al Bullington15th February 2007
Exotic Tropical Fish are some of the most beautiful fish in the world. Tropical fish are so sophisticated that it takes very special care to keep them as a pet. Tropical Betta fish is not any different. They are beautiful, mean, delicate and very selfi... Read >
Author: Tropical Betta Fish12th February 2007
While it can be difficult to maintain the water temperature in a tank, it’s absolutely necessary that you have one. There are two reasons for this. First of all, if your Betta gets too stressed out over a period of time, his immune system will become ... Read >
Author: Mike Worthington07th February 2007
Since tropical water is the normal habitat of the tropical betta fish, it is imperative that certain water be used to maintain your betta fish. This species of tropical fish can be a blessing or a pain if the correct water is not in the tank.
First ... Read >
Author: Tropical Betta Fish29th January 2007
Betta fish must be maintained in a fish tank. Most tanks are very difficult to keep the water temperature at the right level. If the tanks are not kept a certain temperature your Betta fish will get stressed out over a period of time and their immune sy... Read >
Author: MiracleMedia, LLC25th January 2007
1. Betta fish have superbly developed eyesight and therefore they swim to the top of the tank whenever they see a human hand hovering over it to place the food in.
2. Another name for betta fish is the Siamese fighting fish and its name is pronounced in ... Read >
Author: Dennis24th January 2007
The best breeding fish are between six months and a year. During the courtship time of the male betta fish he continually makes funny bubbles on the top of the aquarium; this is just his way of making a nest. The male betta fish when in the wild makes bub... Read >
Author: Dennis24th January 2007
Historically speaking, Betta Fish are said to have gotten their name from an ancient clan of Asian warriors called the “Bettah.” They were given these warriors’ names because about 150 years ago people enjoyed participating in a popular sport that i... Read >
Author: Mike Worthington23rd January 2007
First of all, let’s dispel a myth about the best water for your Betta fish – it is NOT using bottled water! Many people, in an effort to give their fish the best possible environment will rush out and buy the most expensive bottled waters on the mar... Read >
Author: Mike Worthington13th August 2006
Betta splendens is one of the most wanted fish in everyone's aquarium. Breeding Bettas is not hard, though you might face problems at spawning them. They are oviparous fish, the male builds a nest in which the eggs/fry are kept for few days under the stri... Read >
Author: Laurentiu Craciunas
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