Betta 101

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  Betta 101

  How Long Do Betta Fish Live? (And How to Get More Years With Yours)

  Most pet bettas die within a year, but they don't have to. Here's how long betta fish really live and the care… July 15, 2026
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  Betta 101

  Betta Tank Mates by Tank Size: What You Can Really Keep in a 5, 10, 20, or 29-Gallon

  How many tank mates can a betta really have? Realistic, research-grounded stocking plans for 5, 10, 20, and 29-gallon betta community tanks. July 10, 2026
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  Health & Diseases

  Signs of a Stressed Betta (and How to Fix It)

  Faded color, clamped fins, glass surfing? Here's how to spot a stressed betta, what's causing it, and how to fix it before… July 2, 2026
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  Tanks

  How to Clean a Betta Fish Tank: Water Changes & Maintenance

  Betta tank cleaning is mostly about consistency, not deep scrubbing. This guide explains how often to change betta fish water, how much… March 17, 2026
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  Betta 101

  What Fish Can Live With a Betta? Tank Mates & Setup Guide

  Did you know bettas can sometimes live with tank mates? This guide covers the safest betta tank mates, which fish to avoid,… March 16, 2026
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  Tanks

  How to Set Up a Betta Tank: A Complete Equipment and Setup Guide

  Setting up a betta tank right from the start saves you headaches and your fish stress. This guide covers the full equipment… March 9, 2026
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  Tanks

  How to Cycle Your Betta Tank: A Beginner’s Guide to the Nitrogen Cycle

  Cycling is the best thing you can do for your betta's health, and it's simpler than it sounds. Whether you're setting up… March 9, 2026
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  Tanks

  What Size Tank Do Bettas Need?

  Pet stores sell bettas in cups and market 1-gallon bowls as starter kits, so it's no wonder tank size is one of… March 9, 2026
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  Betta 101

  What to Feed a Betta Fish: A Complete Guide to Betta Diet & Nutrition

  Bettas are carnivores, not generic tropical fish, and they need food that matches. Here's a practical guide to picking the right pellet,… March 9, 2026
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  Betta 101

  Is a Betta Fish Right for Me?

  Bettas are beautiful, full of personality, and easier to care for than most people think. But they do need more than a… March 8, 2026