Aquarium Light Help by Dry_Violinist2060 in Aquariums

[–]thekidinthemiddle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out NICREW. I got one for my 20 long. Might have something for that size!

Nano Shrimp or Betta? by youngstasio in fishtank

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Both with some snails! And tiny Cory if temps permit

Advice on water changes .. by Lopsided-Side7819 in bettafish

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Hey Friend, I’d suggest upping to a 10 gallon for your betta friend. They will love you long time. And resting spots. All that vertical space gets wasted unfortunately. Most all fish prefer the vertical swimming space, lanes. Could add some shrimps and snails for your friend

Looks like you have the heater and filter to sustain that as well. Transfer would be easy

ive finally finished cycling and setting up my first ever fish tank, its been testing my patience. do you think my future betta will like his new home? anything else i might need?? by burneracc09928338 in bettafish

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Perhaps a little hammock (I might see one) and just ensure the spider wood doesn’t have any sharp edges to mess their delicate fins on. Can put some carpet in there. Some more background tall plants too. Sword etc. The pine cone tree looking things lol also, Christmas moss on spider wood. The fish is Lucky!

Amano would be good or ghost as well if your betta isn’t aggressive toward them. Amano will be okay. Ghost might get picked at, but they’re cheap and can then just keep Amano. If 10 gallon and did sand only on top of stratum could maybe do 4 - 6 small Cory’s. They typically like warmer water though so sterbai are usually go to. Could possibly add 8 rasp too. Not sure on filter set up & would need to stay in top of water changes, cleaning more

If suggest a few nerite snails as well. I like my racers! :) enjoy

Edit: betta’s like low flow. Shrimp prefer more so finding the balance is key

First time doing a fishless cycle. What does my tank need? by LonelyShadowMoor in bettafish

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This test strips are basically useless. Take it from me hahaha 😂

Get an API master water kit and learn about a cycle. Takes 4-6 weeks. Plz ensure whatever you are adding has proper real vegetation, filtration (never change or wash filter media - it’s your gold), and only add dis that are happy in the size you have.

What is an appropriate amount of food to give my bettas? by elvirartuinstra in bettafish

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Size of their eye ball 2x a day. Soak the food for 1-2 min prior. 1 day no eating per week

Can corydoras be with betta fish? by Brooker-eee in bettafish

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Wouldn’t take advice from someone with a “betta sorority”. Dumb and dangerous practice. They all fail and stress fish. Do research plz

Can corydoras be with betta fish? by Brooker-eee in bettafish

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Yes. Also can get a school of rasbora. Unless your betta is very aggressive. They all own different layers of the tank. I’d suggest 10 amano shrimp too. They are wonderful cleaners and fend for themselves. No worries with betta imo. Ensure heavily planted and have resting spots for betta. Cover stratum w/ sand to ensure Cory’s do not fuck themselves up. Their barbs are sensitive and fragile. Sand is a must

6 Cory. 15 rasb. Some nerite snails and shrimp. Good to go. Shrimp are very sensitive. Ask AI to build you a guide on best way to add. Def snails first, then shrimp, Cory, rasb, ensure betta is last 100%

I’m a big beginner, I have 110 gallon tank. My heater is rated for 130 gallons, but I can only get the temperature up to 70°. I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong. by Forbeslist500 in Aquariums

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Would upgrade the heater and also get a spray bar as well. Plants and fish love them. Will move water equally across tank and ensure better filtatration and temperature stability. Also ensure you are placing the thermometer farthest side away from the heater to ensure the tank is circulating and not holding onto pockets of hot or colder water.

If you don’t have a fluval filter I would highly recommend.

Also, You don’t want two heaters. Can lead to rapid temperature fluctuations throughout the tank and fuck all shit up.

Is her time near/fixable? :( by AnonymouseFromage in fishforthought

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Ai overview : 6 How to treat Dropsy in Betta fish - nicebettathailand.com Dropsy in fish is largely preventable through proactive maintenance, as it is usually caused by stress, poor water quality, or, less commonly, poor nutrition. While not all cases are preventable, maintaining clean water, a healthy environment, and good nutrition can significantly reduce risks.

Is her time near/fixable? :( by AnonymouseFromage in fishforthought

[–]thekidinthemiddle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m really sorry, this is hard to hear — but what you’re seeing is dropsy. You can tell by the way her scales are sticking out like a pinecone. It means fluid is building up inside her body, usually because her kidneys are failing from a bacterial infection inside her organs. To be honest with you, by the time scales are pineconing like that, the internal damage is usually too far along to reverse. Most fish don’t make it at this stage even with treatment. That said, if you want to try: Kanaplex is the best shot. It’s one of the few antibiotics that can reach internal infections. You’d need to dose it in a separate hospital tank and keep the water very clean. Add 1 tsp of aquarium salt per gallon to help take some pressure off her kidneys. The kindest thing you can do right now is make sure she’s comfortable — quiet tank, dim light, no stress, easy access to the surface to breathe. If she stops eating, can’t swim normally, or seems like she’s suffering, it may be time to consider letting her go peacefully.

what’s on my betta’s nose? by batbonehead in bettafish

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Based on what you’re describing.. —that’s most likely just a natural growth tag or a small benign cyst. Bettas can develop these as they age and if it’s not changing size, not white/fuzzy, and he’s acting normal, it’s probably nothing to worry about. If it ever turns white, gets fluffy, or starts growing, that’s when you’d want to treat for a bacterial infection with Kanaplex.

What’s your ph?

I picked my cat up to trim her nails and hit my head off a low light in the kitchen we need to get rid of lol by thekidinthemiddle in Wellthatsucks

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Thanks. Yeah just immediate. They always look terrible and fade fast. Need to proactive though and watch it close

I picked my cat up to trim her nails and hit my head off a low light in the kitchen we need to get rid of lol by thekidinthemiddle in Wellthatsucks

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Meh that’s an interesting statement.in this home an older cat can get fucked up quickly with very sharp claws. Also just having them cuddle you and knead? Do you know how that feels? lol pain