Why is my Betta fish suddenly not eating?
The Water Isn’t Warm Enough If your water temperature is beginning to dip too low, that could be what’s causing your betta fish to avoid eating (they may also start laying at the bottom of the tank). If that isn’t an option or doesn’t work then water temperature isn’t the reason for your betta fish not eating.
Why did my Betta fish die after 2 weeks?
Stress. As we have seen, bettas can die from poor water conditions, overfeeding, cool water temperatures, and a dangerous living situation. Aside from the physical damage these issues can cause, when your fish is under constant stress, he is more likely to get sick, and more likely to die.
How long can Betta fish go without food?
While Betta fish may survive for 14 days without food, don’t leave your pet unfed for more than 5 days. A couple of days trip should be okay but you must assign someone to feed your Betta if you’ll be away for longer. Also, don’t rely on vacation feeders or plant matter for feeding your Betta.
Why is my Betta not interested in food?
Your betta may be scrounging up the uneaten food when you aren’t paying attention. He then may appear uninterested in food when the next feeding time comes around. Uneaten food decays and fouls the tank water. Overfeeding can lead to disease and premature death for your betta.
Where do betta fish get their food from?
Betta fish will take food from the water surface and as it falls through the water column, so feeding them is very easy. They will also hunt for uneaten food in the gravel and decorations. This is important to know for a couple of reasons.
How long can a betta fish go without food?
Again, don’t worry about a couple days because bettas can survive up to 14 days without food. Cold water that is outside of the recommended range of 76-81 degrees Fahrenheit may also cause your betta to act lethargic and will slow their metabolism. A lower metabolism means they will need fewer feedings.
How big is the stomach of a betta fish?
A betta fish’s stomach is about the size of his eye, so consider this when dropping food in his tank. That should mean around three pellets or an amount of food he can eat in about two minutes. It may take a little while until you can estimate this correctly with different types of food.
How long does it take for a Betta to eat its food?
Normally it’ll only take 2-7 days for them to begin eating their food. If they still don’t eat it after this time then you may be dealing with a fussy betta. Just remember, that you should never let a betta go more than 3 days without food. At this point, you’re going to start doing more harm than good.
Why are some of my betta fish not eating?
You only need to buy the food once and it’s going to last a VERY long time. Sometimes you may notice a betta fish not eating because of the temperature in the tank. Bettas are cold-blooded which means a lot of their energy is based on the temperature around them.
What should I do if my betta fish is constipated?
The general rule on how much food to provide is give enough food so that your betta can eat for two minutes. Do so twice a day. Don’t feed him as much. Constipation is generally a sign you are feeding your betta too much. Therefore, once he starts eating normally again, you need to feed him less than you were.
Can you feed your betta fish while on vacation?
If you’re going away for a longer period of time and they’re willing, they can also perform water changes for you which will be extremely beneficial. However, there are some problems with letting other people feed your betta. First of all, they may feel bad for your betta only getting a couple of pieces of food, and overfeed him.
What do you do if your Betta fish won’t eat?
To entice a betta that refuses to eat, try adding some variety to its diet. You can offer live brine shrimp or freeze-dried bloodworms. Intersperse these feedings with the pellet food and, often, many bettas will be happier with a varied diet and will come to see the pellet food as just as tasty.
