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Betta Flaring: Vet-Approved Pros, Cons & Behavior Explanation

Betta Flaring: Vet-Approved Pros, Cons & Behavior Explanation

Siamese Fighting Fish or Bettas have a unique trait that takes them out of the rice paddies and into aquariums. Wild Bettas are different from the fish that yo…

Rosetail Betta Fish (Rose Petal): Info, Pictures, Lifespan & More

Rosetail Betta Fish (Rose Petal): Info, Pictures, Lifespan & More

In the world of Betta fish, there are dozens of varieties to choose from. They come in all kinds of colors and eye-catching fin shapes. One of the most eye-cat…

Veiltail Betta Fish: Care Guide, Lifespan & More (With Pictures)

Veiltail Betta Fish: Care Guide, Lifespan & More (With Pictures)

Bettas, or Japanese fighting fish, as they are more commonly known, are renowned for their gorgeous coloring and range of fin and tail varieties. Selective bre…

Blue Betta Fish: Care Guide, Pictures, Lifespan & More

Blue Betta Fish: Care Guide, Pictures, Lifespan & More

It is easy to understand the allure of the Blue Betta Fish. While not as showy as the more common Siamese Fighting Fish, it still shares the same flaring trait…

Why Is My Betta Fish Hiding? Vet-Approved Causes & Solutions

Why Is My Betta Fish Hiding? Vet-Approved Causes & Solutions

Betta fish are generally active fish. They can be seen swimming around the top or mid-level of the tank and exploring their environment. It can be alarming to…

Betta Fish Swimming Erratically: 6 Vet-Approved Reasons

Betta Fish Swimming Erratically: 6 Vet-Approved Reasons

If your betta fish is displaying an unusual behavior of erratically swimming around the tank, it is typically a cause for concern. Betta fish are not good swim…

Can Bettas Eat Goldfish Food? Vet-Approved Science & Nutritional Info

Can Bettas Eat Goldfish Food? Vet-Approved Science & Nutritional Info

These fish can technically eat goldfish food and digest it—for a time. However, Betta fish are carnivores, while goldfish are largely herbivores. Goldfish flak…

Can Angelfish & Betta Fish Live Together? Our Vet Explains

Can Angelfish & Betta Fish Live Together? Our Vet Explains

For many betta enthusiasts, watching their favorite fish being housed alone can be puzzling. Although these fish (particularly the males) are labeled as territ…