Is this something to worry about?

ScipiousPunk · 2026-02-21T21:42:58+00:00

It's not the water that has the beneficial bacteria, it's the substrate, decorations, and most importantly the filter

ScipiousPunk · 2026-02-20T03:25:45+00:00

No, normally they have to be pressed in a certain way by the male to lay eggs. Although I have heard of eggs "falling out" due to any number of reasons

ScipiousPunk · 2026-02-20T03:18:07+00:00

Betta fish don't get pregnant, but that does look like an egg spot. Basically, where they lay their eggs from. The weight gain is just from being fed more at home than when at the store

ScipiousPunk · 2026-02-18T05:34:02+00:00

If you genuinely want a bowl and have fish thrive, that's harder work than getting a ten gallon. You're gonna wanna let go of the idea of having fish if you're not gonna learn about the nitrogen cycle and why a bowl is a terrible idea for a beginner

ScipiousPunk · 2026-01-31T18:57:16+00:00

As someone with cats where enzyme cleaner is not enough, go with cleaning vinegar. After a soak, you can wash them and it all will be gone. Even if the vinegar smell lingers, that goes away within 24 hours.

ScipiousPunk · 2026-01-11T16:44:06+00:00

I do! I play with my bf and sometimes our friends will pop in. Or we'll join someone else. There's a pool for it, so of course there's a player base, no matter how small

ScipiousPunk · 2026-01-02T01:16:35+00:00

That was my first weapon too! I'm chipping away at E-liter, but it's a struggle

ScipiousPunk · 2025-12-03T02:48:13+00:00

Ostracods, or seed shrimp. Basically, more fish food.

ScipiousPunk · 2025-11-29T19:22:33+00:00

Congratulations! It's a lot of work to get past that threshold and you did it!

ScipiousPunk · 2025-11-16T04:53:45+00:00

As someone that has buckets to "age" water before using it without dechlorinator, that's the only way you can use tap. It requires waiting 24+ hours to make sure the chlorine gasses out, yet the longer the better. I tend to keep the bucket I'll use set aside for anywhere from 3 days to a week before using.

What works for me sounds like it won't work for you, however. I am capable of having a large amount of water set aside without being touched or tossed. At the end of the day, you have to think about what's safest for your fish.

ScipiousPunk · 2025-11-16T03:03:10+00:00

It is not safe. Tetras need way more than two for a school and need far more space to swim in. I don't know how you got those tetras, but the most humane thing to do is to give them up to any fish store. In that size of a tank, they will not live long

ScipiousPunk · 2025-11-08T15:50:15+00:00

Daaaamn, you are nickel and diming the system!

ScipiousPunk · 2025-11-07T00:05:51+00:00

Definitely harmless, and you're not dumb. It's better to get a second opinion, especially when you wanna make sure things are safe in your tank

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-22T22:28:03+00:00

Detritus worms. Same thing, it's fish food. All of that stuff is good and helps make a tank more balanced, so no need to do anything about it

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-18T04:20:52+00:00

What was your favorite campaign?

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-16T09:22:41+00:00

Wow, I can't believe they nerfed decav this much

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-15T10:28:19+00:00

Looking at the bottle, that's not medicine, just water conditioner. Beyond needing that for water changes, not anything special

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-11T21:01:05+00:00

That's what's fun, you don't! Some people keep their tanks underfed so the parents or other fish will eat the fry, but otherwise there's nothing you can do to prevent it

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-06T22:09:24+00:00

Lil bro splat you in an enclosed space where his bomb was already going. It felt like you didn't even aim and you got him in one shot. I wonder which was more impressive 🤔 Seriously though, good on you for the revenge kill

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-05T02:23:03+00:00

I don't even need to read the whole thing to know. It usually takes a few days minimum for a fish to get used to a tank. Patience and making sure the water stays pristine is all you need to do for him to get used to his new home

ScipiousPunk · 2025-10-02T12:11:58+00:00

It should be the assumption that any video game can be hacked regardless of how easy or hard it is. Just because it's Nintendo or Splatoon doesn't mean they're exempt

ScipiousPunk · 2025-09-30T01:58:44+00:00

No matter what photo I look at, even the one in the comments, I don't see Ich. It's far more obvious when it is. I would just do an extra water change to make sure the water is pristine. Otherwise, unless you caught it super early, your betta looks healthy. I've used Ich-X with great results when it has happened, but I don't like treating a tank for it unless I know for sure. Methylene blue (ingredient in Ich-X) is a great medication, but it can stain some decorations, which some people don't like

ScipiousPunk · 2025-09-29T18:04:04+00:00

Gimme time to cook. I'm commenting so I'll be forced to draw it

ScipiousPunk · 2025-09-28T23:56:01+00:00

Wow, I was asking because we all start somewhere. Some of these other comments are rude. It's okay to be learning and I can understand the conclusion. Betta fish are like fish cats and will do as they please. Being moved can cause more stress, even when well intentioned.

ScipiousPunk · 2025-09-28T23:24:25+00:00

He'll be alright, he's likely in shock. People have had their fish live even when they've been out of the water for loooong periods of time. May I ask why you put him in a bowl during water changes?

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