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Betta Fish Care

I have one. Now what?

Everything a new betta keeper needs in the first month, and the myths that cause most of the damage. If you were sold a bowl and a fish in a cup, start here.

A betta in a settled, planted tankIllustrative image of a healthy betta in a planted aquarium, shown for atmosphere. Not one of our tanks.Illustration

What this section covers

  • Getting started and the first 48 hours
  • Lifespan and ageing
  • Daily, weekly and monthly routine
  • Buying a healthy betta
  • Myths worth unlearning
  • What keeping a betta actually costs

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