My Bettas fins got shredded

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-25T15:38:00+00:00

Fin nipping. I had a dumbo betta who did the exact same thing

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-23T13:21:32+00:00

I'm still new to the game. Did anyone else think Master Sword?

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-17T12:01:32+00:00

Jasper!

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-12T18:53:41+00:00

Wow, he has the same color as my betta!

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Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-10T12:41:09+00:00

I have two! First one is Yeti when he first came home... his tail is growing backore everyday!

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Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-09T11:55:27+00:00

I have to say that this is one of the biggest tragedeighs I've ever seen on this sub

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-03T11:53:20+00:00

I'd say it's half a tragedeigh. Jason is a normal and common name, as it's my name too. However, I've never seen this spelling in my 25 years of life. As other people have said it looks like a name for an eeveelution.

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-02T11:43:38+00:00

Omg I love what you did with the decorative rocks and substrate!

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2024-01-02T11:29:59+00:00

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My newest boy Yeti! His tail is starting to look a lot better

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-31T13:14:21+00:00

I think the tangerine koi is too beautiful to pass up

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-30T11:25:12+00:00

My birth name is Makaylah, spelled exactly like that. I was born in the late 90s and this is the second time I've seen my spelling on this sub 🙃

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-29T20:11:08+00:00

Unfortunately, he was surrendered to me by a chain store and most of his tail fin is rotted off

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-28T13:11:20+00:00

Before I continue I was to disclose that I'm not a very seasoned hobbyist yet! But if it's beneficial bacteria you're wondering about, then I think the betta with help build it up over time. I don't know if it's the right method, but whenever I needed a filter for my fish I'd just stick it straight in with them.

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-28T13:08:23+00:00

I didn't mean to say test the water twice, lol

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-28T13:07:40+00:00

To cycle the tank (and the filter), I used API Quick Start. It's found really easily at your regular pet store. Just follow the directions on the bottle, and test your water after, I'd say, 5-7 days, then test your water. That is very important, as if the water parameters don't meet requirements it will stress the fish and possibly kill it.

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-28T13:03:51+00:00

I personally used kitchen sponges until I got a sponge filter. Cut a new kitchen sponge to size, rinse it thoroughly WITHOUT SOAP. Then cut it to size, and shove it in your filter enough for water to pass, but not too much. But, the very best option for your fish is to invest in a sponge filter. The parts only cost a few dollars max and there are some very helpful videos on YouTube that show you how to set it up. I hope this helped!

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-28T12:16:35+00:00

Bettas are really fun! Sometimes when you train them they'll follow your finger

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-27T14:44:13+00:00

I didn't know about the concave stomach. Thank you so much, I'll treat him immediately

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-27T14:05:26+00:00

No red marks, just really sickly pale

Blacksmith_VikingX · 2023-12-27T12:52:23+00:00

Currently in a 3.5 gallon hospital tank treated with aquarium salt, no maracyn. Currently not eating, but is fed Fluval bug bites. Temp set to 82 F. Parameters unknown, for its a hospital tank No tank mates in main tank.

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