A home for my betta fish

One of the most controversial species in the hobby, general Cichlid conversation happens here!
Post Reply
User avatar
lunarix
Posts: 21
Joined: Tue Sep 27, 2022 8:41 pm

A home for my betta fish

Post by lunarix »

Hey TFF,

I'm hoping to do the same thing as Pheonix, since some of my tanks aren't exactly showstoppers. Here are my betta setups:

TYPE: SOLO TANK
NAME OF FISH: BLUE FIN

TYPE: SOLO TANK
NAME OF FISH: RED TAIL CRUSADER

TYPE: SOLO TANK
NAME OF FISH: SPITFIRE THE 2ND

TYPE: SOLO TANK
NAME OF FISH: WHITE FLOWER

TYPE: SOLO TANK
NAME OF FISH: RUBY BLADE

And saving the best for last...

MY BETTA SORORITY!!!

Thanks for taking the time to check out my projects!
User avatar
kingrise
Posts: 306
Joined: Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:36 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by kingrise »

Wow, those tanks are stunning.

I'm absolutely in love with Tank #2 - it's my absolute favorite.

Tank #1 is beautifully set up, I think it's perfect just the way it is.

Tank #2, as I mentioned, is also flawless.

Tank #3 is another perfect setup - you've done a great job.

Tank #4 is lovely, but I think the blue gravel clashes a bit with the live plants - maybe consider a different color or type of gravel.

Tank #5 could benefit from a few more plants, and perhaps a moss ball or two to add some extra texture and interest.

Tank #6, on the other hand, is absolutely perfect - I wouldn't change a thing.

Please don't take my suggestions as criticism - as an aquascaper, I just want to offer some friendly advice to help you improve your already amazing tanks.
User avatar
Snout
Posts: 67
Joined: Tue Jan 18, 2022 11:20 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by Snout »

Your tanks are lovely.

In the Red Crusader's tank, I'm curious, is the surface plant plastic? If that's the case, consider replacing it with real floating plants to help prevent injuries to the fish.

You're doing a great job, keep it up.
User avatar
SeaBidder
Posts: 191
Joined: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:14 am

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by SeaBidder »

My goodness, these tanks are stunning.

I'm absolutely in love with Tank #2 - it's my top pick.

Tank #1 is flawless, I wouldn't change a thing.

Tank #2 is perfect as well, you've nailed it.

Tank #3 is also perfect, great job.

The blue gravel in Tank #4 doesn't quite match the live plants, but that's a minor thing.

Tank #5 could benefit from more plants and maybe a couple of moss balls to add some depth.

Tank #6 is perfect, you've done an amazing job.

And the betta sorority tank - while beautiful - needs more plants and hiding places to prevent territorial behavior. I'm coming from a place of experience as an aquascaper, so please don't take my suggestions the wrong way.
User avatar
kingrise
Posts: 306
Joined: Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:36 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by kingrise »

"Trust the experts" - nope, I'm kidding. Honestly, I'm clueless when it comes to betta sorority tanks, so thanks for the insight @Deanasue.
User avatar
lunarix
Posts: 21
Joined: Tue Sep 27, 2022 8:41 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by lunarix »

Snout wrote: Fri Apr 25, 2025 12:36 pm Your tanks are lovely.

In the Red Crusader's tank, I'm curious, is the surface plant plastic? If that's the case, consider replacing it with real floating plants to help prevent injuries to the fish.

You're doing a great job, keep it up.
Lovely tanks and fish.
In Red Crusaders tank, I noticed the surface plant and I just wanted to clarify - it's actually made from aquafern-grafting, not plastic.
User avatar
kingrise
Posts: 306
Joined: Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:36 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by kingrise »

You've put in the effort and it shows. I think you'd be a strong contender in the next TOTM contest, especially with tanks #2 and #3. Good luck if you decide to enter!
User avatar
Reelstar
Posts: 20
Joined: Wed Oct 09, 2024 7:00 pm

Re: A home for my betta fish

Post by Reelstar »

You absolutely should enter the TOTM contest, your tanks are truly amazing, especially #2 and #3, they're stunning and I think you'd have a great shot at winning.
Post Reply