Not Veterinary Advice
KnowBetta provides general information about betta fish care based on published research, veterinary references, and personal experience. This site is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If your fish is sick, consult a veterinarian who treats fish — especially for serious conditions, persistent symptoms, or anything involving medication. We do our best to cite reliable sources, but every fish and every situation is different.
Our Sources
Articles on KnowBetta cite peer-reviewed research, veterinary textbooks, and established care references wherever possible. Source lists appear at the bottom of each article. We try to be transparent about what the evidence says and where it’s thin or conflicting.
That said, fishkeeping science evolves. Something we recommend today could be revised as new research comes out. We update articles when we become aware of meaningful new information, but we can’t guarantee that every article reflects the absolute latest findings at all times.
Affiliate Links
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To be clear about what this does and doesn’t change: we only link to products we’d genuinely recommend, and nothing earns a place in our guides because it pays us. The research and our own experience decide that, not the commission. Affiliate income just helps cover the cost of running the site and keeps everything free to read.
Accuracy
We make every effort to ensure the information on KnowBetta is accurate and well-sourced. If you spot an error or disagree with something we’ve published, please email us at [email protected]. We take corrections seriously.
Liability
KnowBetta is provided “as is.” We aren’t liable for any outcomes resulting from following advice on this site. Fishkeeping involves judgment calls — water chemistry, tank mates, medication dosing — and the responsibility for those decisions is yours.