Betta Tank (Indoor) Specs, Water Temp, Water Quality and Fish Health

A brief overview of my AquaOne Betta Quad tank setup.

This system houses both male and female Halfmoon Bettas, allowing for observation of their distinct behaviours and colouration in a controlled environment. The females look similar.

Also, each compartment has a normal Bristlenose Plec (until it grows to big for the tank) to help with algae.

I’ve incorporated a Peace Lily as part of the nutrient‑management strategy. The plant’s roots help absorb excess nitrogen compounds, contributing to improved water quality. These began as small cuttings, and their growth demonstrates how effective emergent plants can be in supporting a low‑nutrient, stable aquarium ecosystem.

Tank Specifications:

Volume: 60 litres
Glass Thickness: 4 mm
Tank Dimension: 75W x 30D x 30H cm
Compartments: Four
Heater: 100 W set at 25.5C / 78.5F
Lighting: LED with flexi arm
Filter:  Multi-stage back filter - Filter Floss, Ceramic Cartridge, Sponges and Alfrafrog Rocks

AquaOne Betta Quad

Male

Female

Male

Water Temperature and Quality

• Maintain a tropical habitat at 24.5 to 27 degrees Celcius / 76-81 degrees Fahrenheit. Never below 62F or above 82F - Avoid drastic changes in water temperature and water quality.
• Betta fish prefer water in the pH range of 6.5-7.5.
• Ammonia should ideally be zero parts per million (ppm).
• Nitrate should be less than 40 parts per million (ppm).
• Nitrite should ideally be zero parts per million (ppm).
• Use water conditioner/dechlorinator to make tap water safe for bettas.
• Use an aquarium thermometer to monitor your tank’s temperature.
• Filter’s reduce ammonia, nitrate and nitrite levels, and preserve healthy bacteria.
• Use test strips to monitor water parameters.

Fish Health

Healthy Fish;

• Swim 
• Loss of appetite for extended periods of time
• Lethargic and frequently hiding
• Dull coloring, especially in males
• Tattered fins with black edges
• White growths on body or mouth
• Swimming abnormally
• Labored breathing
• Clamped fins
• Bloated
• up to investigate when you get close to their habitat
• Are aggressive and may flare at you or other stimuli
• Possess bright colors, especially males
• Are hungry and eat regularly
• Undamaged fins

Unhealthy Fish:

• Loss of appetite for extended periods of time
• Lethargic and frequently hiding
• Dull coloring, especially in males
• Tattered fins with black edges
• White growths on body or mouth
• Swimming abnormally
• Labored breathing
• Clamped fins
• Bloated

Aquariums Setup and Cycling

DATE: 21/3/2026
x5 tanks have been set up - all the same

25C / 78F
Capatta Leaves
Inert Black Gravel Substrate
Sponge Filter

Java Fern or Anubius Plants, one with a Tiger Lilly 

Pond from above

The Fishroom

We’ve been gradually putting the fish room together, and so far we’ve completed the following:

• Insulated and boarded the walls

• Painted the walls and ceiling black

• Built the fish tank stands

• Built the vivarium stand

• Installed new rubber flooring at the fish tank end

• Moved the desk

• Added draft exclusion around the garage door

• Installed additional electrics

• Fitted a sink and water supply

There are still a few things left to do, but most of the major work is now finished.

Here are some updates, including a short video showing the new electrics and décor.

Flooring at the fish tank end of the room.

Empty tanks on the stand x6

Just about see the pond, hopefully this will go out for the summer.

Fishroom Projects

Up and coming Fishroom Projects

• Existing Fishroom
• Where we are now
• Expansion of Fishroom
• Fish
• Neocaridina Shrimp
• Leopard Gecko
• Dart Frogs
• You Tube Channel