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Betta Fish: The Simple Guide to Caring for Your Magical Betta

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Do you want to take better care of your betta without harming his or her health? 

Are you tired of reading conflicting information online?

Do you just want simple and effective solutions that will allow your little fish roomie to live a long and happy life?

If so, then you’ve come to the right place. 

Bettas are some of the most popular fish beginner “aquariumists” purchase. It’s easy to see why! These fish are true beauties, as they float effortlessly and elegantly in an aquarium. They are entertaining to observe as they swim with a sassy confidence around their tank. That’s not all though, it has been proven that owning fish (like bettas) has many health benefits. Owning one will improve your mood and reduces stress and anxiety. 

So they look beautiful, are said to be easy to care for, and they are readily available at most pet shops. While this is all mostly true, their care should definitely be taken seriously. Caring for a betta is not as simple as putting one of these guys or girls in a fishbowl and dropping in a few flakes or pellets every day. These sassy fish have bright personalities that require the proper environment to flourish. This book will hold your hand through the entire process of caring for a betta. You will learn all about these magical fish. 

Here’s just a tiny fraction of what you’ll discover inside…

The history of bettas. Learn about the different characteristics bettas have.Why your betta flares…The best ways to purchase a Betta (local stores, big box stores, and online).What size tank is just the beginning… everything from “cycling” a tank to substrate is covered inside.Bettas are carnivores or more specifically insectivores, any old fish flakes just won’t do. These are the best things to feed your betta.  More advanced topics like the potential of starting a sorority. The best roommates you can add to your bettas tank.The most common diseases your fish can suffer from and how to treat them.… and much, much more to help your fish live a “BETTA” life. 

This is a great book for those looking to get the best information on how to keep their betta happy and healthy. There is a lot of conflicting and overwhelming information out there. This guide simplifies the process and silences the noise.

Ready to get started and have your betta live their best fish life? Then scroll up and click “Add to Cart“.

126 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 25, 2019

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Walter James

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171 reviews1 follower
December 23, 2024
very informative regarding basic care towards bettas. expected to get more out of this, but i appreciated the information on sororities and tricks for the betta.
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91 reviews
October 20, 2022
a good place to start….

If you’re thinking of becoming a Betta parent. I purchased all the recommended items and plan on setting up a tank for my 92 yr old MIL who has dementia and loves an aquarium. It needs to be a smaller, tank and single fish for her to “care for”. I will most certainly be the one caring for the little guy, but she will get the benefit of being needed.
I found this book to be an easy, informative and non-threatening manual for a newby Betta Mom!
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30 reviews1 follower
July 13, 2021
This book gave me absolutely everything I needed to feel confident in taking care of a betta fish. I love the section at the end with a few tricks you can teach them!
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Author 1 book122 followers
April 5, 2020
Reads Like a Term Paper

If you are looking for a good general book to help you take care of your betta fish, you are probably better off looking elsewhere. Fully half of this very short book is just general information about betta fish, including where they originated and a surprisingly large section showing black-and-white illustrations of different types of betta fish. A trifle boring. Would have loved to have seen a photo or two rather than bland illustrations that had little detail. I also found the writing to be somewhat awkward.

I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
3,352 reviews18 followers
March 30, 2020
I've wanted a betta fish for as long as I can remember but I've been hesitant as they need special care and environment from other fish. When this book popped up with a chance to review it, I didn't hesitate. This book is full of very useful, truthful and excellent information. It has everything from the history of the betta fish, housing, and so much more. A very informative book plus it's easy to understand. Definitely recommend!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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September 10, 2021
Good book for betta fish beginners

Author has well explained about betta fishes. This book is useful for beginners to Intermediate. You will get all info from selection of betta in store to curring diseases and atlast training your betta fish. Betta breading is not covered in this book, author has given only an intro about (as i said this is not for advanced betta hobbyist).
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August 1, 2022
This book is for the beginner Betta learner. Before rescuing a Betta I did my own research on the internet to be as successful as possible. I knew a lot of this information already. I really enjoyed the history, although brief. If you’re looking for a beginners guide this is your book. It’s easy to read and comprehend. If you’re beyond beginner this book may be too simple.
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November 23, 2024
Loved it! Being a new Betta owner.

This book is incredibly easy to read and full of information to get you started on your journey of owning your new Betta fish. More research needs to be done on your end but this book provides the beginners guide and it really helps you to get started.
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24.1k reviews19 followers
April 5, 2020
This was a fun, informative read. I have a couple of these guys & it made things a bit easier & interesting for me. Good reference stuff. I received a free copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
2 reviews
June 22, 2020
I loved this book! I highly recommend this for anyone who is thinking about getting a Betta fish or have been taking care of them for months. I wish I had this book when I first keeping Bettas!
1 review
April 20, 2022
Quick and Educational

This is a solid easy read for anyone looking into getting a Betta fish. Recommended for anyone that wants a solid base without to much technical information.
1 review
May 23, 2022
Great Start

Excellent beginners book on this fascinating fish.
Highly recommended for those a little curious about keeping a betta for the first time.
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201 reviews5 followers
October 3, 2020
Quick Informative

This was a quick read, but has a lot of good information. There are so many different types and I did not realize they had strong jaws and that they have teeth. I am now enjoying my new betta fish and hope Freckles (my pink speckled guy with bright blue fins) has a long healthy life.
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