How quickly does Melafix work? This MelaFix treatment has powerful antibacterial properties that treat the wound and promote rapid tissue healing. Healing and tissue regeneration in koi and goldfish can usually be seen in the first four days of antibacterial fish treatment. Is Melafix good for betta fin rot? API Melafix is an all-natural tr … Read more
How do I know if my betta fish is too hot? Symptoms Water Temperature Might be Too High They will swim around a lot, but it may also be very erratic. I often describe it as they are trying to swim away from something, but having no place to go. If you put food in … Read more
Ways to Keep a Warm Fish Tank Without Using a Heater Get a Small Tank. Raise the Temperature Inside Your Residence. Keep the Aquarium Close to a Heated Place. Water Changes Should Be Made With Warm Water. Insulate the Walls of the Tank’s Glass. Warm the Water in Your Tank Gradually. Use an Aquarium Lid … Read more
Is 70 degrees too cold for a betta? Many betta owners are not aware that their betta requires warm water, not just the room temperature water that ranges from 68–72 degrees Fahrenheit (21–23 degrees Celcius). Ideally, the water should be between 78–80 degrees Fahrenheit (25.5–26.5 degrees Celcius) for a betta. How do I know if … Read more
How do I lower the filter flow on my betta fish? One of the easiest and cost effective ways of reducing the filter strength is to buy a pre filter sponge or something similar. Once you have a pre filter sponge all you have to do is wrap it around the nozzle of your filter … Read more
Are betta fish harmful to humans? Although a Betta fish biting you won’t cause any damage to your skin, we highly recommend not putting your hand in the tank. It will not only stress them out and make them feel threatened but biting your skin might cause trauma to their jaw. Their little teeth are … Read more
Do betta fish prefer long or tall tanks? A wide tank is preferable to a tall one, because Bettas need to be able to easily dash to the surface to take gulps of air. As with all aquariums, your Betta set-up should always be filtered, heated and fully cycled. What size tank is best for … Read more
How many micro pellets to feed fish? Feed two (2) to three (3) times daily the amount your fish will completely consume in about a minute. Care should be taken to avoid overfeeding as water quality issues can result. Can I feed micro pellets to my betta fish? It’s always best to soak micro pellets … Read more
Is my betta bloated or fat? Their “shoulders,” located right behind their operculum or gill flaps, should be the same width as the middle 1/3 of their body. If your fish has prominent shoulders, leading to a small middle, your fish is too skinny. If your betta’s sides bulge outside the “shoulders,” your betta is … Read more
Can 2 female betta fish live together? Unlike male betta fish, female betta fish can live together comfortably in the same tank. When they live together, the cohort is called a ‘sorority’. Generally, a good number to keep together is 4-6 female betta fish. Can I put other fish with a betta? Yes, depending on … Read more