Additional Writing Samples
This section highlights niche and hobby-focused writing samples that demonstrate my range, adaptability, and ability to communicate clearly across diverse subjects. These pieces from Betta World for Bettas showcase research-driven content, approachable tone, and audience-focused storytelling beyond my marketing work.
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A Colorful Guide to Thriving Betta Care
The betta fish requires dedicated care to thrive in captivity and can live 2-5 years with proper attention.
02
Aqueon's Move to End the Tiny Tank Era
Betta fish, often marketed as low-maintenance pets, have long been kept in inadequate housing. Aqueon's decision to discontinue its five under-one-gallon betta fish kits marks a positive shift in the pet industry, driven by growing public awareness of proper betta care and ethical pet-keeping standards.
03
The Case for Better Betta Care
For decades, betta fish have been displayed in tiny cups and jars in pet stores, often viewed as low-maintenance pets requiring minimal space. However, a groundbreaking study led by Naomi Clark-Shen, a researcher based in Singapore with a PhD in shark and stingray biology and ecology, challenges this widespread practice.
04
The Easiest Live Plants To Transform Your Aquarium
Live plants are beneficial for bettas in more ways than one. While providing oxygen and improving water quality, they serve as hiding spots and reduce stress for bettas. And don’t forget that plants enhance the visual appeal of the aquarium.
05
Better Ways Stores Can Display Betta Fish
Walk into almost any pet store, and you’ll likely see rows of betta fish in tiny plastic cups, sitting on shelves with barely enough water to move. While this method may be convenient for retailers, it’s not ideal for the fish.
06
Why Adopting a Betta Fish is the Best Choice
When most people consider pet adoption, cats and dogs are usually the first to come to mind. However, fish, including bettas, also need loving homes and can be adopted like any other pet. If you're looking for a way to avoid supporting large pet chains that often keep bettas in cramped, unhealthy conditions, consider adopting instead.
07
The Movement to Save Bettas From the Cup
Walk into nearly any pet store, and you’ll likely find a row of tiny plastic cups holding a solitary betta fish. Brightly colored and barely moving, these fish float in inches of stagnant water, their long fins often drooping from stress or illness. For some shoppers, it’s a sad but familiar sight. For others, it’s a call to action.
08
The Fight to End This Carnival Cruelty
Every year, millions of fairgoers flock to carnivals and county fairs, drawn by games, rides, and sometimes, the chance to win a live fish as a prize. While it might seem like a harmless souvenir, giving away fish at these events is a serious problem.
09
Why Marimo Moss Balls Are A Must-Have For Your Betta Fish
Betta fish are among the most popular and visually stunning freshwater pets, renowned for their
vibrant colors and flowing fins. However, beyond their beauty, bettas are intelligent and curious
creatures that thrive in well-maintained and enriching environments. A straightforward addition
to a betta tank that can make a big difference in both aesthetics and care is the marimo moss
ball.
10
Tips For Keeping Your Halfmoon Betta Happy and Healthy
They may be small, but halfmoon bettas have a way of stealing the spotlight. With tails that fan
out a full 180 degrees like a living work of art, these fish are often the jewel of a home aquarium.
But while their dramatic fins and vivid colors make them irresistible to aquarists, they also come
with unique care needs that can’t be ignored.
11
Creating Authentic Wild Betta Habitat Aquascapes at Home
Wild bettas are vastly different from the brightly colored, long-finned domesticated Betta splendens most aquarists are familiar with. In their natural habitats across Southeast Asia, these fascinating fish thrive in slow-moving streams, peat swamps, and forest pools shaded by dense vegetation and enriched with leaf litter.
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Common Betta Care Mistakes New Owners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Bettas are one of the most popular starter fish for a reason — they’re colorful, charismatic, and often sold as “easy pets” that can thrive in almost any setup. But that reputation is exactly what gets so many new owners into trouble.
