What Filtration System is Best for Your Betta?

What Filtration System is Best for Your Betta?

Most aquarium owners assume that the filtration system is designed to remove debris from the water only. Although this is true, the filter in your fish tank also plays a vital role in the biological cycle of your Betta’s aquarium. Generally speaking, there are 3 types of filtration: biological, chemical and mechanical. 1. Biological filtration … Read more

Betta Colors

Betta Colors

Cellophane Skin has only a slight yellow pigmentation, if anyThe fins are translucentThe organs are flesh-colored and most times can be seen through the skin Albino Lacks all pigmentation, including the eyes, which appear to be light pink or redVery rare White Opaque Pure white when youngMilky overlay of other colors Yellow If very light in … Read more

Betta Types – Physical Appearances

Betta Types – Physical Appearances

Banded Round tail, small finsGolf and copperBanded body – green flecks   Brunei Rounded tail and small finsGreen edging on anal and dorsal finsBody Color – gold, pink and/or whiteGreen pectoral fins Edith’s Round tail, short finsFemale – dull orange with dark splotches and white spotsMale – brighter orange with dark splotches and blue-green spots … Read more

Betta Breeding – Caring for the Fry

Betta Breeding - Caring for the Fry

If you have already started the breeding process with your Betta fish, your eggs may have hatched after being cared for by the male. If you arrived at this stage of the process successfully, what you are about to encounter next is the care of the newly-hatched fry so they can grow into beautiful and … Read more

The Best Lighting for Your Betta Aquarium

The Best Lighting for Your Betta Aquarium

Many Betta lovers do not realize how important correct lighting is for the health of their fish. Not only do Bettas need a consistent water temperature, but they also need the proper lighting to set and keep their biological clock in a natural state. This environment keeps Bettas happy and also determines their patterns for … Read more

Before You Bring Your New Betta Home – Read This

Before You Bring Your New Betta Home - Read This!

There are specific steps to take when transporting your Betta from the pet store tank to your home aquarium. If you’ve purchased fish before, then you understand that it’s a process and the approach you take will determine the amount of stress you place on your new pet. Before Taking the Trip to the Pet … Read more

Helpful Tips on Choosing the Best Betta to Bring Home

Helpful Tips on Choosing the Best Betta to Bring Home

If you’ve decided to add the beautiful Betta fish to your family, congratulations! You will find many Betta lovers here at Betta Fish Center. With the correct care, your Betta will give you many years of enjoyment. Maybe you haven’t purchased one yet and you aren’t sure of the questions to ask or what to … Read more

Betta Fish Food Guide

Betta Fish Food Guide

Betta fish are one of the most sought after fish species. They are admired, collected and bred by fish aficionados as well as beginner hobbyists. They are usually kept as pets because of their colorful bodies and impressive fin shapes. The most popular Betta fish is the Siamese Fighting Fish. Betta fish grow to an … Read more

Betta Senses

Betta Senses

Betta Vision Though Bettas have monocular vision which allows them to see in two different directions at the same time, they also lack depth perception. Bettas cannot adjust quickly to changes in brightness because their iris works so slowly. The Betta’s vision is relatively poor. To aid this weakness, this species uses a “lateral line,” … Read more

Tips to Maintaining Your Betta’s Health

Tips for Maintaining Your Betta’s Health

Maintaining your Betta’s health is fairly easy. When your fish is ill, you will notice that his look and attitude changes. His appetite will wane, his color will diminish and he might not even extend his fins fully. Watching your Betta for any telltale signs of illness will, in itself, help to keep him healthy. … Read more