Why does my betta fish not want to move?
Water condition directly can cause a betta fish to lose their appetite, or worse… not want to move at all. You should alwaysbe using a water conditioner. It’s not expensive, and it will save you and your fish a lot of stress. That being said, it’s more common for fish owners to end up with a sick dead fish due to poor water conditions.
Why does my betta fish like dirty water?
Make sure you are cycling the water in your fish tank, especially if you’re going to do a full water change. Simply put, your betta fish is going to like water that is a bit dirty with their own waste because of the nitrates, and will not be able to survive in an unconditioned fish tank as it will make them feel sick.
What should the water temperature be in a betta fish tank?
Your water should be between 78°Fand 80°F(25.5°Cand 26.5°C) if your water is below 74°F(23.5°C) your water is much too cold for your betta fish and may be causing a lot of shock to them. If you have a tank that is 2.5 or more gallons, it would be best for you to buy a water heater.
How often should I Change my betta fish’s water?
There can be about 40 ppm of nitrates before it starts getting toxic, but it still would be best to keep nitrate level down by changing the water once a week and making sure you have clean filters. Betta Fish owners can use a Freshwater Master Test Kitto test your water for ammonia.
What should I do if my betta fish is sick?
Of course, you need to remove your fish to another container while doing so. This disease often develops from dirty water, so you need to provide a clean environment for your fish. You should clean the tank before putting water back in. The best way to clean the tank is to use bleach at a 1 to 20 ratio with water.
Why does my betta fish stay at the bottom of the tank?
Another common reason for a Betta that doesn’t move from the bottom would be a filter current that’s too strong for the fish to swim comfortably. Regularly testing the water for the build-up of lethal Ammonia or Nitrite, and performing weekly aquarium maintenance can be a reliable way to keep a fish tank clean.
Where does a betta fish go to take a nap?
The fish will often find a comfortable place on the bottom of the aquarium where it will lay and take a nap. Sometimes a betta will snooze on a big leaf, closer to the top of the tank, as that’s where they do it in the wild.
Why is there so much ammonia in my Betta tank?
A couple of reasons for high ammonia may be: An overstocked tank – the fish produce too much waste for your beneficial bacteria to handle. Overfeeding – again, food waste turns into ammonia. Monitor how much your betta actually consumes. Incomplete tank cycling – you’ve added the fish before the tank was ready.
