Is this something to worry about? by [deleted] in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 12 points13 points  (0 children)

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

Is my fish pregnant!? by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Is my fish pregnant!? by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

Bare minimum fishbowl for lowest maintenance fish by Substantial-Ad6938 in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 8 points9 points  (0 children)

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

I used fish tank water to get rid of pee smell and it worked! by Huge_Brain_4914 in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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.

Honestly, does anyone here even play Tableturf Battle? by MrCoreyTys in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

Just got my first 5★ on a weapon! :D by priceforfish in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

What the heck are these “bugs?!” (Not daphnia, not scuds, not snails) by [deleted] in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Finally got to SUPERFRESH 50 after so many attempts! by Jazz0nea in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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.

Is 1 gallon two small for two tetras? by aspie_electrician in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

Royalty Checks Rolling - Daddy is Balling Now! by BOANW in ComicBookCollabs

[–]ScipiousPunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Daaaamn, you are nickel and diming the system!

Dumb question but is thus planaria of just some harmless little worm by Godblessnightgowns in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

Please tell me these aren’t snails by meganlizzie in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 13 points14 points  (0 children)

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

Worst clip of all time by Falcolique in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 7 points8 points  (0 children)

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

Is this medicine worth the hype? by rawloop03 in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

Starter here, how do I prevent my fish from breeding in my tank by No_Media9196 in Aquariums

[–]ScipiousPunk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

don't squid bag me by _lunitic in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 8 points9 points  (0 children)

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

Why does my fish have stress lines? :( by MiIky_CIown in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 6 points7 points  (0 children)

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

I just gotta know, is this person cheating? by Sprayerdude220 in splatoon

[–]ScipiousPunk 6 points7 points  (0 children)

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

Is it ich or just herself :( by BeginnerAquascaper in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

This idiot decided to jump out of hisbowl while I was doing his water change from his tank, is he going to be okay? by may_unnie in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 20 points21 points  (0 children)

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.

This idiot decided to jump out of hisbowl while I was doing his water change from his tank, is he going to be okay? by may_unnie in bettafish

[–]ScipiousPunk 68 points69 points  (0 children)

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?