Part I: All About Bettas.Chapter 1: The Jewel of the Orient.
The Betta Family.
A History of Betta Keeping.
Betta Fighting.
A Suitable Environment.
Chapter 2: Betta Basics.
What Is a Betta?
Body Functions.
A Betta's Senses.
The Labyrinth Organ.
Chapter 3: Bettas and Their Tankmates.
Varieties of Bettas.
Betta Color Patterns.
Tankmates for Bettas.
Part II: Setting Up the Aquarium.
Chapter 4: Understanding Aquarium Equipment.
Things to Think About.
Tank Types.
Substrate.
Filtration Systems.
Three Types of Filtration.
Heaters.
Lighting.
Other Equipment.
Chapter 5: Ready for Setup.
The Stand and Tank.
Decorations.
Aeration.
Water Quality.
The Nitrogen Cycle.
Adding Fish.
Chapter 6: Plants for the Betta Tank.
Purchasing Plants.
Aquascaping.
Popular Plants for the Betta Tank.
Keeping Plants Healthy.
Chapter 7: Bringing Your Betta Home.
Choosing the Right Dealer.
How to Pick a Healthy Fish.
How Many Is Too Many?
The Healthy Betta.
The Trip Home.
New Tank Syndrome.
Quarantining New Fish.
Into the Tank.
Part III: Keeping Your Betta Healthy and Happy.
Chapter 8: Feeding Your Betta.
A Betta's Nutritional Needs.
Feeding Schedule.
A Varied Diet.
Algae.
Appetite Loss.
Chapter 9: Healthy Tank, Healthy Fish.
Examining Your Fish.
Maintaining a Healthy Tank.
Common Illnesses.
A Quick Reference Guide to Diseases.
Other Causes of Disease.
A Hospital Tank.
Treatment Tips.
Chapter 10: Breeding Your Bettas.
Mouthbrooders.
Nest Builders.
The Breeding Room.
Selecting Breeding Stock.
Setting Up a Breeding Tank.
Conditioning Breeders.
Introducing Bettas to the Breeding Tank.
Spawning Rituals.
Caring for the Eggs.
Caring for the Fry.
Appendix: Learning More About Your Betta.
Books.
Magazines.
Internet Resources.
Clubs and Organizations.
Index.
