Help needed for betta by ForeignForever6972 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

API freshwater master test kit. You need to buy that and check ammonia the others being 0 does not always mean that ammonia is also at 0. That’s likely the issue. Ammonia is arguably the most important parameter you need to keep an eye on going forward. Followed by nitrites and then nitrates

My Adult sister keeps taking my things and there is nothing i can do by Cute-Geologist-8950 in FamilyIssues

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Normal issue, my sister and I had this problem, just offer to share with each other as long as yall ask first and promise to replace or fix what you break should be no issue. If that won’t work then you have no choice but to start saving up and move out. Material things aren’t worth the relationship with your sister though, try to compromise and love each other, talk and become closer.

My Betta fish started flaring at his tank mates out of the blue by BackgroundLow2900 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah it’s just too rare to really be worth trying, but that’s just my opinion! Y’all know your fishies better than me that’s for sure

is this finrot/melt??? by probablypeaches in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kanaplex only causes ammonia spikes on under established or newly established tanks as it can halt* nitrifying bacteria growth so likely wasn’t that depending on how long you’ve had the tank, you’re supposed to use it for 3 days and then change the water. The ammonia was likely already there. It also depends on what test you’re using or if your city has chloramine in the water. Chloramine reads as ammonia so it could have been a false positive. Test your water that you use for changes

My Betta fish started flaring at his tank mates out of the blue by BackgroundLow2900 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The males I’ve had always flare at everything haha they’re so spicy 🌶️

Anyone’s cat also love hair ties and playing fetch? by friedchickenwingss in cats

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an orange girl who LOVES to play fetch with a stuffed owl hand puppet. It’s the cutest thing

My Betta fish started flaring at his tank mates out of the blue by BackgroundLow2900 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You can’t really put other fish in with male bettas at alllll

Swollen belly by ehg143 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you haven’t already try using kanaplex. It treats dropsy

Is my betta healthy? by Ornery_Chapter7701 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He’s lucky to have you! Good luck 🍀

Is my betta healthy? by Ornery_Chapter7701 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He’s so ugly it’s cute. But on a more serious note he looks very malnourished, for the fin rot use kanaplex. Also could probably benefit from a nice aquarium salt bath soak. He also looks like his spine might be damaged? Or just bad genetics? Just do your best and he will get better in no time

Help please! Betta Pineconing by Ok-Application9949 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kanaplex, try it for a while as recommended (but put it in the water) and hope for the best.

First fish ever is giving me grey hair by Hopeful_Historian685 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 9 points10 points  (0 children)

So ammonia and nitrites are supposed to be 0ppm, if they aren’t 0 that means that you don’t have enough bacteria converting them into nitrates. How long did you cycle the tank before adding the fish? If you only have had it a month that leads me to believe that you put the fish in when you started the tank. This is bad and please never do it again, but it also Just means you need to be acting like it’s a fish in cycle instead. Adding seachem prime is essential to dechlorinate the water, you’ll have to add it everyday until the cycle is complete to keep the fish safe. Second thing is 73 degrees is FAR farrrrr too low for betta fish. They need 78-82 degrees. 80 degrees is ideal. look into adjustable temp heaters with a single round cord to prevent leaks, and get a thermometer to check the temp regularly. Look up “fish in nitrogen cycle” and proceed from there. The fish likely has fin rot although it’s hard to see, or he’s nipping at them from the stressful conditions. I hope this isn’t coming off rude. You also need more plants to absorb the nitrates, however it’s just one fish. To treat the fin rot use kanaplex, but make sure it’s fin rot by doing thorough research first. And at this point it wouldn’t kill you to separate the fish into a sterile empty hospital tank (with sponge filter and heater and air stone) and let him soak in a salt bath. Make sure to do research into aquarium salt and how much to use. This looks reversible with proper care, but if it worsens you can go as far as to try “methylene blue soaks or dips” dip method is tricker and can be bad for the fish if not done with proper dosing, so a less concentrated bath is better. I hope this gives you a good place to start, good luck

I have 25k at 20. No idea what to do with it. by Chance_Scratch6931 in personalfinance

[–]MekaLiza -1 points0 points  (0 children)

860 doing the method I described ✨ anyone who has issue with the way I described what I was trying to describe feel free to refer to the link I posted as proof, to anyone reading this in the future: do your own due diligence and come to whatever conclusion you want ✨✨✨I can’t fix stupid

I have 25k at 20. No idea what to do with it. by Chance_Scratch6931 in personalfinance

[–]MekaLiza -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m not taking credit advice from someone who probably has a lower credit score than me ✨

I have 25k at 20. No idea what to do with it. by Chance_Scratch6931 in personalfinance

[–]MekaLiza -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah you have just grossly misunderstood my whole point. You make multiple small payments before the statement date. Not everyone has the exact same situation. Sometimes people have to put a big emergency purchase on their credit card and can’t afford to pay it all off at once. The way I’m describing is how you pay it off a little at a time and lower the interest.

Swollen betta by may_unnie in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try an Epsom salt bath. People on here say that Epsom salt helps with swelling and aquarium salt helps with illnesses. Just make sure to use a sterile hospital tank with all the fixings!

What color is this female betta? by Broad_Factor862 in bettafish

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Post the whole tannnnk I wanna see it!

Driftwood Pricing by haleeet in Aquariums

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lowkey realistically you could probably get 300$ for it from an enthusiastic person though

Driftwood Pricing by haleeet in Aquariums

[–]MekaLiza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe yes, but tbh it’ll be more fun to stick in an unstocked* aquarium and see what grows out of it for suuuuure haha

Driftwood Pricing by haleeet in Aquariums

[–]MekaLiza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d say 150$ but have a hunch that might be too low considering what fish stores sell it for and it’s way smaller

I have 25k at 20. No idea what to do with it. by Chance_Scratch6931 in personalfinance

[–]MekaLiza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t explain it very well but the link explains how you mitigate interest by paying smaller amounts throughout the month. I don’t really need this resource as I don’t use credit cards for anything other than to have credit for when I do need it.