It has been a week and he is still staying at bottom of tank only swims up to get air and seems to breath heavily when he gets back to bottom. I just got a new fish and he doesn’t like any food that we bring him. I didn’t consider that. The easiest way is with a heater because it warms up the water slowly which is recommended to prevent sudden changes and stress. However, there are toys, treats and other supplies to make them healthy and happy! I am planning on buying a heater this week, and then getting another betta. It also means knowing what causes stress and disease so you can avoid it. I never thought about them having a weaker immune system either. Does the filter noise bother or stress them out? I would start by checking the water parameters, ensuring the pH is in the correct range and ammonia is not building up and above 0ppm. You can still find Betta splendens in the wild, it's just that pure specimens are considerably rarer. That’s great to hear, and you bet. Betta fish need a normal day and night cycle. His water parameters are at: Betta fish need specific food because they are carnivorous and like meat. Evelyn, you can read the food and feeding page to see some other options I recommend. There are over 70 different species of betta fish, with the betta splenden being for sale in pet stores. He’s always ready to eat. I am new to betta fish and have just purchased a round AA Deco o aquarium for my betta which has a built-in LED light. Transfer your betta from the cup to the fish tank. Products that select the best quality for your siamese fighting fish. Those are for eating cereal out of! Anyways, I kept an eye on him for a week or two and he didn’t get any better, so I told an employee. Great job researching before you got the pet. He is in a 3 gal. Lucy & Mr. Ollie. This prevents any potential harm or death. I’ve been doing research all night, but I’d like to know if you might have any extra advise for me? You can add a couple decorations, plants, or a leaf hammock, that’s a better habitat than emptiness. Right now the GH has been a steady at 75ppm and the KH has been steady of 40ppm. * Indicates required field. Do they need to be the only fish in one tank, or are there certain fish that they can cohabitate with that they won’t attack? These fish are capable of surviving a range of different environments in the wild but you should never underestimate the importance of keeping water parameters consistent. Some owners prefer to use freeze-dried bloodworms or shrimp as their exclusive food source. If the filter is blowing him around the tank and he has to swim furiously to get to the surface for air or just around the tank, then it’s a problem. Larger tanks are easier to maintain nitrogen cycles and temperature and require less frequent cleanings. Adding live plants is always a great idea to help reduce waste (ammonia) and oxygenate the water too. My last question: on the edge of his fins, it’s completely clear, is that normal? I’ll try a java fern, and some silk plants. If you have test strips make sure everything checks out for ammonia, pH, etc. Plants won’t replace a filter, but they definitely do help. Hello Kathy – I recommend getting a heater that has a built-in thermostat so it shuts off at 78 degrees Fahrenheit and turns on when it goes below that. However, one tail patch appears thickened, almost lichen-like, and kind of shrivelled at edges: these patches do not look like any skin disease photos I’ve ever seen, though, and he acts perfectly healthy. This is the quickest way to reduce their potential lifespan. Any suggestions on how to avoid this? Your fish will be swimming in its own waste and over time can lead to illness or even death. Filters are not recommended for tanks smaller than 3 gallons. Also I have no idea of where to put it I have blinds and I leave them open during the day so I don’t fell like I need to get artificial lighting if I put it in the right spot. You could consider switching to a sponge filter instead of the current one if the current is too much, or finding a way to slow the flow with decorations/plants. I suggest you try feeding the other fish at night when betta’s tend to be less active, or try using surface feeders and placing the food at different ends of the tank. Look for a tank that is holds around five gallons of water, as this will give the fish plenty of space. Could this have been the problem? I’m 13 and i’m getting a Beta fish and I have to pay for it my self and I have like $40 to spend on it so what should I get for it. (Nobody wanted him because he was brown). Is there anything else I can do. I’m clueless and very sad. There was no symptoms or signs of any abnormality. This includes the recommended tank size, water quality and maintenance, feeding, and much more! Continue to hold the bag in the tank during this time. What best for betta, boiled Sea Sand? You can also add Indian Almond Leaves which can help prevent/cure the fin rot too. With a 2.5-gallon it should be around 2 partial water changes per week, of 20-25% of the total volume of water. We are so happy to see him swimming about again and rushing to get his pellets. If you want to increase the cleaning power, you can use distilled white vinegar to remove stubborn stains and smells. Again, she was only about two months old. Betta fish need access to the water’s surface to gulp air using their unique labyrinth organ. I am doing the partial water changes and checking ph. I got him at PetSmart and is fully healthy. If you’re only cycling the water, don’t remove your betta. Also I read somewhere that once/week it’s ok/good for a betta to ‘fast’ and to give him a cooked pea. You can visit the diseases page, or look into a product called API Fungus cure if you can confirm it’s that. It’s very aggravating and I agree with you. A good brand is API, and is available at your local pet stores or on Amazon. So uh… Does anyone have any tips? The only thing you need to be concerned about is the filter’s flow rate, and whether it puts out a current that is too strong for a betta fish. He never came out from hiding except to eat but he would eat only one pellet of food he would also wedge himself in a split part of a moss ball I need help on what to do and fast. Females, however, can live together in groups of five or more, but the tank size should double to 10 gallons or more. Btw our tank is a 2.5. I have brine shrimp that i use to feed my fish in a different tank, so i will give him some of that as well. We are a group of fish hobbyist that are together for the fun in wild betta keeping. The clear edges may be new fin regrowth. Mcbettas ; Jun 24, 2017; 3 2K Aug 1, 2017. by Nismo83. Wild Betta Splendens have a specialized organ known as the labyrinth organ. I bought one of those siphons to help get rid of it, but I see in your articles that you mention an aquarium-safe turkey baster. Betta Care: Bettas are great fish that can be very easy to care for if you have the right information. I treated the original tank, which is ten gallons. Hi Bryan I did a 100% water change just in case it was a contagious illness. Betta’s can be very picky eaters, head over to the food/feeding page for more information, and consider getting a different pellet. Should I use some kind of covering on the side of the tank closest to the window to keep it from over heating, or will having a heater to regulate the water temp be enough? He’s not bloated nor sluggish. With that said, it’s totally up to you and isn’t required. For food, you should feed 1-2 times per day, with 2-3 pellets per feeding, and take one day with no food (fasting). Feed your Betta once a day. If not, pat yourself on the back for doing research prior to purchasing one. My marine betta is now actually so bold, he looks for me and swims up, eagerly looking for food, each time he sees me. Maintain a tropical habitat at 76-81 degrees Fahrenheit. It is also because of this organ that the Betta can easily hop from one puddle to another in the lookout of a new dwelling in dire situations. Betta fish are not very strong swimmers and a filter can stress them out if the current is too strong. My daughter works at Kindercare day care. Breeders may also stay away from manufactured pellets and flakes, opting for live foods to prepare for shows and breeding. Nitrite: 0PPM I went ahead and purchased my 5th female betta and all is well. He eats like normal, still very active, and I have no sharp plastic plants just silk. Please reply soon. I hear I should let the filter run for a bit, but it’s been a few hours and the water is a comfortable temperature. The dull brown colored scales have a darker dorsal stripe to avoid predators. I believe she’s ready because she doesn’t run from him. Every 2-3 days I have had to replenish the water (2-3 C.) as it has been evaporating. Wild Betta fish reaches maturity at the age of 2 and their length is approximately 2.5 inches at that time. It should be plugged in at all times. Some betta fish pellets. Snails can be fickle in a new tank and often die due to stress or change in water parameters, and they only have a lifespan of about a year for most types. I just love all this information. I added live plants, a Mayan head they can hide in and 2 live snails to help with cleaning. Sounds like she doesn’t like the kind you have. I responded to your email, but yes a 10-gallon would be fine – although I’d recommend a longer horizontal tank than vertical for a betta if possible. I’m asking what plants to use because I don’t want to put anything potentially toxic in there. Wild Betta Splendens Lifespan: 2 - 10 years, ... Live foods such as wingless fruit flies, pinhead crickets, and blackworms can also be offered to your betta. I never see this fish eat and when she does she will put the pellets in her mouth and spit them back out. Many factors affect the lifespan of a betta fish. I choose him because he greeted (no flaring) me at the ‘glass’ everytime I got close. You are very lucky that no aggression or fighting occurred during the limited time they were together. Or is there something more specific that I can find at the pet store? In order to avoid excessive algae, would it be acceptable to leave the blue light on during the day, say from 7am to 4pm, the bright light from 4pm to bedtime, and everything off a night? Should we fast him in another couple days? After doing a 20% water change on Sunday he started to change. Bettas share the same labyrinth organ as gouramis. I’ve had him for about a week now. You will need a 2.5-gallon or larger tank with a lid/cover. I have only had previous experience with goldfish and recently got a five gallon glofish tank and decided a betta would be best for it. What exactly do i have to do.? Join Facebook to connect with Breanna Bravo and others you may know. All you need is to take proper care, and that information you’ll get here. If it doesn’t you may need to reduce the reflection. HABITAT The species is found in swamp waters, ditches, rice paddies, and pools. Bettas make a great addition to any community aquarium, provided no other male Bettas are added to the bowl or aquarium. Another more time consuming option is to place the two betta’s in separate breeding tanks with their own food during feedings. Hey I’m getting a Betta and considering getting a frog to go with him will it work. Can I house less than 4 female bettas together? He gets natural day/night cycle. This is bad for you and very bad for the health of your betta. You can use this product or others like it as long as you properly dose it for 6-gallons. Hello, I have a beautiful betta in a 5.5 gal. And in a few hours later he’s dead. Continue with … If that’s the case, it may be necessary to reduce stress. I’m honestly really scared. For this reason, a narrow-topped container like a wine bottle does not make a suitable tank for a betta. Betta’s tend to be picky eaters and may prefer a different brand or blend. Also should purchase one more since it seems that five females will fare better than four? Just keep an eye that he/she eats the pellet completely. Also, after reading this care page, you should have a better understanding of what to provide and not to provide in order to promote better health. Persistent refusal may mean trying a different brand or blend until you find the right one. So I’ve had him and the tank for over 24 hours now. Using a baster or a small cup, pour about a cup of the tank water into the bag. Betta fish care Betta fish care product from Nice Betta Thailand. In the wild, a betta swimming in a small, shallow puddle will use it’s amazing ability to leap out of the water to find a better situation. Hi Bryan! The tank does not necessarily have to be a traditional fish tank; any large container will do. Do not clean an aquarium, substrate, decoration with soap. As highly territorial species, you should not house more than one of these fish in a tank. This is cruel and should never be done! Not eating either. I don’t want to screw up somehow and kill the fish. If it’s filtered and you fully establish a proper nitrogen cycle it could be several weeks. He is quite lethargic and has trouble swimming now so I lowered the amount of water significantly to help him not have to work so hard. It doesn’t have the flashy ornamental fins. My betta fish has what looks like a little ball below his chin and I whisked it away. I have bettas but they are much older. I’m hoping I caught it early on and am able to help him feel better! If you’re reading this, chances are you already have your betta fish at home. What kind of (small) plants can I grow on top? I want to ask, I have a 10 gallon tank with a divider. Float the cup containing your betta at the top of its new fish tank. My best guess is that the female jumped over the divider to get to the male, if there was any space at all between the divider and the lid. It’s very rare to see a betta fish poop, so that’s not surprising you haven’t. Over time we can help reduce the prevalence of misinformation out there. Once you know how to care for a betta fish, please spread this information to other caretakers. I personally own this tank Carly and love it! I’m feeding her blood worms 2 times a week & Betta flakes. Vacuum up uneaten food and waste. The betta fish lifespan is between 2-5 years. Distilled white vinegar and regular bleach can be used as cleaning agents. Although they can survive in very small, cramped tanks, it’s healthier for the fish to give it a larger environment. Wild-caught bettas are more likely to prefer live foods and are shy, picky eaters (as mentioned earlier), which is the primary difficulty in caring for them. You are very kind hearted and I totally agree. With a filter in the tank how often should I do a 100% water replacement? How are you? So I am a new betta fish owner. The 2 female bettas in the community tank actually get along fine. Over time, my experience has been that even shy, wild-caught fish do become bolder over time and will learn to accept prepared foods. Apart from breeding my wild betta’s, I love helping you guys with tips and content on how to care for your fish and sharing what I learned in the years I am in this amazing hobby. Heat lamps should not be used. Just stays at bottom. There is very little information about feeding them Betta flakes, so how much should i give him? Please read all of the information about betta care on this website and get an aquarium with a filter and heater. Use a magnetic or algae cleaning wand for regular algae removal while the tank is filled. Is “Natural Rapport’s Gravel Cleaner” good to use in a 6 gallon aquarium? I wish i could print this page for my friend who said “it’s only a fish” which kind of broke my heart. If you rush these steps and do not give your betta time to acclimate to the water, it will be harmful to the fish’s health. By following a few simple maintenance steps your fish bowl will always look beautiful. If you give excellent care for your fish, they may live longer than 4 years. It could be natural if his personality is still the same and he’s eating normally and otherwise healthy. The average room temperature in a home is 68 degrees Fahrenheit, which is well below their required temperature. Unbelievable talk about a bully to pick on a defensive fish. Hi Lulu – I think it’s great you are researching before buying a betta fish instead of after! I plan on housing 2-3 females in a 10 gal tank. This was heightened from selective breeding in the 1800s and is still a part of their genetic makeup. In the wild, betta chromatophores change shape and size throughout their lives. The best way to tell how the water is, or what to look out for, is ammonia building up which is invisible and you’ll need to use aquarium water test strips. Your GH reading at 75ppm is okay for a betta fish. If it gets direct sunlight, I would be safe and add the barrier, and monitor the temperature with an aquarium thermometer. If it’s food or other debris, try using a turkey baster or aquarium gravel vacuum to keep things clean without the need to do 100% changes so often. I also bought a small flat heater for him since its kinda cold in my area. I may be getting some bettas soon and ive never had one before, however i do keep multiple reptiles. Hi Ciara, yes I would work on getting a larger habitat. He had, and still has, a metallic bluish-silver spot on his flank. Here’s some more information on bowel movements. He came with some fin curling when I got him but its starting to get a bit worse in conjuction with the not eating. My betta has bad fins. For me, the best betta fish to keep at home it’s wild betta such as betta Imbellis, Smragdina, Siamo, Mahachai, Stiktos, etc. Will they get better? Before this, I have tried to keep a couple of types of modern betta fish such as Koi Plakad, Haflmoon Plakad, Vetail but they all keep dying less in 1 month under my care. You’ll also need to add conditioner every time you change the water in the fish tank (roughly once a week). That’s very unfortunate about the employee’s knowledge and negligence. ,has no lid . Consider fasting your betta one day a week for digestive health. A good rule of thumb is 1 gallon per 1 inch of each fish. If it does, the plant or hideout will likely snag a betta’s delicate fins too. The plants DO NOT purify the water and your betta will not thrive in this situation. Heavily planting the tank can also break up how the light is moving around the tank. Hello Frances and A! Never use distilled water either, because it has been stripped of all the essential minerals that bettas need to thrive on. Bettas are carnivores. I just have it hooked inside the tank and plug it in. Fish can adapt, and generally people cause more harm trying to get a “perfect” number and causing constant swings and abrupt changes in parameters. Do you think he is dying? If you could please get back to me, u would be very helpful, thanks alot. Upgraded 1 betta tank from 1.6-gallons to a 5.2-gallon aquarium, will be upgrading the kids’ betta tank as well!! A major part of caring for a betta fish involves making sure they are content and not stressed. Sounds like a fungal infection. They should be roughly the same temperature. Ensure the water temperature is between 76 and 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Could this be his natural color or a skin problem? more males are placed together. Always rinse, rinse, rinse all surfaces with clean water to remove any bleach traces before refilling. Also can you give me an idea a routine to take care of my fish like feeding, cleaning, check the waters temperature, ect. The water is sluggish, very warm and often low in dissolved oxygen. I don’t think you’re doing too much, just keep an eye on everything. My wild betta Mahachai pair recently got upgraded to a 10 gallon tank but I have not had the chance to set up the correct biotope. That’s great to hear he’s doing better! Dirty water in your tank is never a good thing! Thanks. Max has a 3.5 gallon tank with filter, pump and heater and seems to acclimating to his new home well (done over a period of a few days). Betta fish are a beautiful and intelligent species of fish and deserve proper care. Most issues can be traced back to poor care in feeding patterns, acclimation, and tank maintenance. We have a red half-moon named Swimmy, and two snails, and we’ve been doing a lot of research to get the water perameters correct in his hydroponic tank, but it’s not really working. A sudden exposure to the (probably colder) water of the fish tank would be harmful to your betta. I have a filter. She had stopped eating. Jan 28, 2020 - Explore Katie Buscher's board "Wild Bettas", followed by 169 people on Pinterest. You wouldn’t be very happy or healthy though. Bettas love places to hide so they can feel safe, especially when sleeping. Thx so much for all your help. That will depend on whether it’s filtered or not. Only remove your betta during 100% water changes. And letting the roots grow in the water! I was only going to use the siphon when I did cycles, but a turkey baster sounds easier for a quick sweep of the gravel, plants, etc. Fins look fine. The bright setting should be used during the daytime/early evening, and if you want to, you can switch to the blue (less bright) light in the later evening/night, but make sure you turn it off before going to bed because betta’s need a day/night schedule as well for rest. Is your tank near direct sunlight? We have had him a year and this is the first time I have seen this behavior. Wonderful info. Thank you! Betta fish are carnivores – they need protein-rich food. What’s wrong? Wild bettas prefer a smaller tank with a size of 2.5-10 gallon which should be planted, filtered and heated, bio-topes are usually the best option as these are tanks that mimic their natural habitat and has beneficial tannin that the wild bettas love which is making them more comfortable in their surroundings. Betta Environments. Fin rot is downright tough sometimes, but the best cure for me has always been maintaining a clean tank and using aquarium salt in small doses during each water change. I have 5 Betta tanks all over my home for years and none of them have heaters or filters mainly because they are all in odd places that are far from outlets: hallway table, bathroom, kitchen island etc. Constant flaring can cause a lot of stress, and should subside after a few days when they get used to their new territory and habitat. Had him just a week and he is swimming about now, seems healthy. Look for odd behavior and signs of illness or fin damage. My fish is a happy fish, he swims all around the bowl , eats pellets when I give . Get on a regular feeding schedule, and follow these guidelines if you’re still unsure. Salt can be problematic for certain live plants and certain tank mates who don’t tolerate slightly brackish water. You should never place two males in the same container. When I put food out he doesn’t come for his food, I even bought brine shrimp, and I never see him eat like he used to. I am planning on getting a betta fish and I have a 10 gallon tank that I have used for other fish in the past. The problem is the other 2. You should be able to identify the difference between a healthy and a sick betta. Two in the community tank might give you problems unless there are ample hiding spaces and it’s a larger tank. I’ve been testing his water using 6-1 test strips (before adding him to the tank and before and after his first 20% water change today) and everything is perfectly in range except for his GH and KH. In the wild pH is on the sour side, ranging from 4.5 to 6.5. Check the functionality of filters, replacing media as necessary. Or since we have rinsed it out and left it dry for a couple months will it be okay to use again? I agree, steal that little guy and give him the life he deserves, as it was not the fishes choice to be a pet in a tank verses the wild.. Take him… They won’t care ‘he’s only a fish’… Give it a good home…, Hi, But most significantly, wild male bettas don’t have fancy long tails, which would impede their movement. I’ve been searching relentlessly about why this might be happening and I’ve never heard anything about why baby bettas should not be in a community tank. With that 1-gallon tank, when you place decorations or plants inside, you are displacing the water volume further to far less than 1-gallon. How can I lower the GH and raise the KH? Anyway, this page saved my fish, because I didn’t know they jumped so I went to cover his bowl and he had already jumped out we got him back in and he seems okay, and we put a sheet of plastic wrap with holes poked in it over the top until I can get a larger tank. And don’t get nervous, it’ll be all good. Did you treat the new water with water conditioner? Also, your chlorine is at 0.5 and should ideally be at 0.0ppm which can be improved by doing another 15% water change and measuring again. He did not show signs of being ill and his colors were bright for the second one. So, fishy has definitely been less bloated than before and is making progress. They are actually preferred over filters with stronger currents for bettas. but the water testing strip and the total hardness of the freshwater is hard at 150 and the pH water is alkaline. Noticed a brown spot on top of nose and down the side that I had not noticed before, but then he was always hiding. I have him in a 2.5 gallon tank (treated water, tested at PetSmart, slow filter, heater made for this size tank, thermometer, hammock, wisteria plant, moss ball, smooth glass beads). If you decide to feed your betta twice a day, make sure to feed them about 2-3 pellets max during each feeding. 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