Can Bettas have strokes?
Fish have nervous systems and are fully capable of experiencing a seizure; fish can even have heart attacks, strokes, or experience other major trauma.
Can betta fish be paralyzed?
It’s not so much that he’s paralyzed but rather he may be sick or low on oxygen. It’s good he’ll atleast eat. Consult a vet if possible, but i know a betta fish site would be your best bet.
Why is my betta fish sideways but still alive?
If your betta fish is lying sideways on the bottom of your tank or on some vegetation, it’s possible that he or she is simply resting. But, If your water flow is minimal, and your betta continues to swim sideways along the gravel, your fish may be suffering from a swim bladder malady (which is discussed more below).
Why is my betta fish half dead?
There are various reasons your Betta fish die and the most common among them are stress, inappropriate tank size, lack of aquarium preparation, poor water conditions, and overfeeding. You may also remember the beautiful moment when you brought Bettas in your fish tank. You would watch them play, swim and dance.
Why is my betta fish shaking?
A: If your betta fish begins twitching irregularly it may signify an external parasitic infection like Ich or Velvet or may be an indication of water quality problems like the presence of ammonia or chlorine irritation. It often appears as a rust colored dusting on the betta’s head and body.
Can betta fish have heart attack?
Fish have a closed circulatory system-the heart pumps blood in a single loop-blood goes from the heart to the gill then from the gills to the rest of the body and back to the heart-the thick walled ventricle is what does the pumping….and so I guess they can have a heart attack of sorts…..
Can betta fish get concussions?
Yes you CAN give betta concussions and you can break their bones and give them small subcutaneous bleeds.
Is the betta fish in my Aquarium paralysed?
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Can you keep a Betta in a tank with other fish?
You may even be asking whether tank mates will make him happy. Well, the answer is a little more complicated than a simple yes or no. On the one hand, some bettas are too aggressive to be put with other tank mates (unless you’re using a large enough tank with plenty of hiding spaces) so it’s better to keep them on their own.
Why is my Betta struggling to breathe in his tank?
A small pocket of highly oxygenated water normally falls just below the water line in fish tanks. If your betta is struggling to breathe then you’ll notice him trying to stay near the surface and amongst the oxygen.
Why does the tail of my betta fish look torn?
Why does the tail or fins of my betta fish look torn, short, or ragged? A chewed-up, tattered-looking tail and/or fins is mostly likely caused by fin rot or by a tank mate’s nibbling. If your betta starts looking a little worse for wear, you should determine and treat the cause as soon as possible.
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A small pocket of highly oxygenated water normally falls just below the water line in fish tanks. If your betta is struggling to breathe then you’ll notice him trying to stay near the surface and amongst the oxygen.
Why does the tail or fins of my betta fish look torn, short, or ragged? A chewed-up, tattered-looking tail and/or fins is mostly likely caused by fin rot or by a tank mate’s nibbling. If your betta starts looking a little worse for wear, you should determine and treat the cause as soon as possible.
What kind of disease does a betta fish have?
Fin Rot and Tail Rot. Fin rot or tail rot (melt) is probably the most common betta fish disease. It’s often confused with tail biting, resulting from boredom, and tears on sharp tank decor. Upon inspection, the tail (caudal) or other fins will show visible signs of the disease.
