By Dr. Stacie Grannum, DVM Prepare…Prepare…Prepare… I can't emphasize this enough: preparation is key! Read extensively about Betta fish, including their natural history and natural habitat. It's not as simple as buying a fishbowl and filling it with tap water; all fish deserve better than that. Bettas are tropical fish that thrive in warmer waters and can breathe air from the surface. Remember, a fish's health is directly related to the quality of its water, so maintaining

Each month we’ll share what we’re working on to improve betta fish welfare, from public education to pushing for better retail care standards. Betta Advocate Community We’re creating a more collaborative advocacy space – a way for people to feel more involved while expanding our educational content on betta fish care and welfare. This will include guest speakers, interviews, panels, and live Q&As. If you have relevant experience, a topic you’d like to speak on, or are intere

by Conner Tighe For a species like Betta splendens — a territorial fish wired to respond to environmental cues — glass surfing is often a reaction to something in the tank or the surrounding environment. Sometimes it’s a reflection that looks like a rival. Sometimes it’s unstable water conditions. Sometimes it’s a lack of cover or environmental security. And sometimes it’s chronic stress manifesting as restless movement. The key point is this: glass surfing is communication.