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The Perfect Betta Fish Setup
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items Betta fish are super fun pets with huge personalities! While they're often shown in small bowls or vases, they actually require larger tanks with appropriate lighting, heating, and filtration! It may seem overwhelming at first, but I break down every...
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Tank Components
Starter Kits
Betta Enrichment
Betta Food
Tank Components
Every betta setup needs, at minimum, a tank (5-10+ gallons), a heater, a filter, and water conditioner to make the water safe
This aquarium heater is perfect because it is pre-set to 78 degrees and you won't have to worry about adjusting the temperature - simply plug it in and let it do its thing. It's also recommended for tank sizes of 2-10 gallons - I'd recommend betta ta...
Tetra Submersible Aquarium Heater for 2-10 Gallons
A 10 gallon aquarium is the perfect size for a betta. I love the look of this rimless one because it looks so sleek and clean! It comes with a glass top, or you could keep it open which could be a cool look if you want plants/driftwood sticking out!
Imagitarium 10 Gallon Open-Glass Rimless Aquarium Tank
There are many types of filters, but I love sponge filters for betta tanks specifically because they are gentler than hang-on-back filters, which sometimes have too strong of a flow that make it difficult for bettas to swim. With a sponge filter, you...
Sponge Filter
The airline tubing is necessary to connect the sponge filter to the air pump
Aquarium Airline Tubing for use with Sponge Filter
The air pump connects via airline tubing to the sponge filter which makes the filter work!
Aquarium Air Pump
This aquarium light has multiple settings and comes in several adjustable sizes for whatever size tank you may have
Aqueon Adjustable Optibright LED Light Fixtures
It's essential to use a water conditioner on your aquarium water so that it neutralizes harmful chemicals and makes it safe for your fish! This is one of the best
Seachem® Prime® Aquarium Water Conditioner
Aquariums need to go through a nitrogen cycle process before fish are added - this water test kit will help you test all of the essential water parameters so you can know exactly when your tank is fully cycled
API® Freshwater Aquarium Master Test Kit
Starter Kits
Skip the hassle and grab this starter kit from Top Fin that includes almost everything you need. Just be sure to grab that water conditioner!
This starter kit comes with a tank, LED light, and filter. In addition to this, you'll need a heater (betta fish like 78-80 degrees Fahrenheit), and any gravel or decorations you'd like!
Top Fin® Essentials Starter Kit Desk Aquarium, 5 Gallons
Betta Enrichment
Bettas love to explore and those with longer fins especially really benefit from having spots to rest
The betta floating log is a fun little hangout for your fish and also provides some respite for when they need a rest from swimming
Zoo Med Floating Betta Log
The betta hammock is a cute realistic looking leaf that suctions to the wall of your tank and acts as a resting place for your betta
Zoo Med Betta Leaf Hammock
Betta Food
Bettas are carnivorous and there are many different foods you can feed them (they actually enjoy variety!) - here are some examples
These pellets are made with whole seafood protein - perfect for carnivorous bettas!
Omega One Betta Buffet Pellets for Betta Fish, Floating Meal-Free Fish Food, 1 oz.
These bug bites are another great source of protein for bettas
Fluval Bug Bites Betta with Shrimp for Fish, 1.05 oz.
Frozen brine shrimp are a protein-packed food option for your betta
San Francisco Bay Brand® Sally's Frozen Spirulina Brine Shrimp™ Frozen Fish Food
Bloodworms are the ultimate betta treat! They shouldn't be fed to bettas every day, but they will love them as an occasional treat
San Francisco Bay Brand® Sally's Red Mosquito Larvae Frozen Bloodworms Fish Food