For very good reasons, bettas are the most popular fish around. They are personalities, are great first fish for kids, and come in a variety of colors and tail types. When you know what you’re doing, betta fish care can be quick and easy. Here you can learn how to care for your Siamese fighting fish.

Betta Fish Care Tip 1 - Give him space

For some reason, there is a myth that bettas prefer living in small cups or jars. This if far from the truth. Like any fish, a betta will be happy with however much room you can give him. Siamese fighting fish do very well in 5 or even 10 gallon aquariums, and they can even have some tankmates like oto cats and snails!

Betta Fish Care Tip 2 - Heat his tank

Bettas are tropical freshwater fish. They are happiest in water around 80F. If your room is not heated this high, then a small heater will help improve the health of your betta and allow him to easily fight off diseases.

Betta Fish Care Tip 3 - Change water often

Bettas produce wastes just like other fish do. They cannot thrive in aquariums that aren’t properly maintained. If he is in a 5 gallon aquarium, 1 to 2 gallons should be changed weekly. If his tank is smaller, change up to 50 to 75% of the water every week.

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Betta Fish Care Tip 4 - Let him exercise his tail

Betta fish are natural fighters. Since fighting them for fun isn’t good for their health, there is one other way you can let him exercise his instinct to fight. Hold a mirror up to his aquarium for a few minutes at a time, several times per day. He will think he sees another male and will start flaring his tail. Flaring a few times per day will help his tail fully develop! Another option is to let him see a male betta in another aquarium for a few minutes at a time.

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