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Clamped fins in betta fish can indicate stress, discomfort, or illness. Instead of being open and flowing, the fins appear pinched together or held close to the body. This is commonly seen in bettas kept in tiny cups at pet chains, which is an indicator that this display system is harmful to their welfare. #betta #bettafish #fishwelfare #aquarium #fishkeeping #bettatok
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A 2024 study titled "Life Beyond a Jar" explores the impacts of tank size and enrichment on betta fish behavior and well-being. Bettas were rotated between five different tank conditions, and their behavior was recorded. In the small and barren tanks, bettas showed more abnormal behaviors like hovering and pacing. In the medium and large tanks with enrichment, they displayed less stress-induced behavior. The researchers recommend: - A minimum of 5.6L (1.48 gallons) for retailers displaying bettas, including gravel, live plants, and hiding spots. - Significantly larger tanks for permanent care. Read the study: Clark-Shen N, Tariel-Adam J, Gajanur A, Brown C. Life beyond a jar: Effects of tank size and furnishings on the behaviour and welfare of Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens). Animal Welfare. 2024;33:e62. doi:10.1017/awf.2024.67 #betta #bettafish #fishwelfare #animalwelfare #aquarium #fishkeeping #bettatank @Petco @PetSmart
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It's common to see betta fish at @Petco displaying physical and behavioral health issues, often showing signs of stress and poor water quality. #betta #betatfish #fishwelfare #petco #aquarium
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(@ moons2hi on IG) shared these images from their local PetSmart store -- a betta fish display with completely empty shelves. It's unclear why the display is empty, but isn't it a powerful image? Maybe they should keep it this way. If major pet chains can't find more ethical ways to display betta fish, like transitioning them away from the cup system, then they should stop selling them entirely. @PetSmart #betta #bettafish #aquarium #bettalover #fishwelfare #animalwelfare #fishkeeping
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bettaworldforbettas on YT and IG Thank you TikTok community for being such a supportive and caring space to learn and connect and grow. Thank you for caring and raising awareness about betta fish welfare. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ #bettafish #fishtok #bettatok #aquarium #fishwelfare #bettalover #tiktok
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Clip from interview with lead researcher Naomi Clark-Shen discussing the 2024 study Life Beyond a Jar, which explores how tank size and environmental enrichment affect betta fish behavior. In the study, bettas exhibited more abnormal behaviors in the smaller tanks and barren environment. This research is an important contribution in advancing our understanding of betta fish welfare. Watch the full interview on YT #betta #bettafish #bettatok #fishwelfare #animalwelfare
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@Amber's Chinchillas shared this footage of their stunning betta fish aquarium, which is such a beautiful example of a healthy, enriching environment. It’s 20 gallons and filled with live plants and tank mates like snails and shrimp which give Guppy (the betta) plenty of stimulation and space to swim and explore. If you’d like to share pictures or videos of a healthy betta fish tank setup, please send a message. #betta #bettatok #fishwelfare #fishkeeping #aquarium
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