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[Fluffy:3]

Username: Fluffy:3
How many fish tanks do you have: Just one
Type of fish that you have: A Crowntail Betta
Your fish's names: Brutus <3
How long have you had fish: I've had goldfish in the past and Bettas for several years

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Hello everyone c: I had a quick question about filters in a Betta tank. I've read that they're not very strong swimmers. I was also reading that they should have a filter in their tank to keep the water clean. I had a glass tank (2.5 gal) with a filter and a heater that I purchased separately. I set up the filter and, when it was on, noticed that it was way too strong and was flinging my fish around the tank. I immediately unplugged it and took it out of the tank. I bought a new tank today (another 2.5 gal; bought it since I didn't like the other one anyway) that came with a small filter, LED light, and a lid with enough space in the back so that the filter cord and my tank heater cord can both go out the back of the tank. I prepared the tank (treated water, checked temperature, rinsed rocks/decoration plants before adding them, etc.) and introduced my Betta. I plugged in the filter and noticed, when my fish got close enough, that the current from the filter was strong enough to throw my poor Betta across the tank. I unplugged the filter after watching my fish struggle to swim in the tank.

What is the best way to use a filter in a Betta tank? Should I use one at all? I just think that filters are necessary parts of a tank, but the ones I've been attempting to use are just too strong for my little guy.

[Lonin]

Hello everyone c: I had a quick question about filters in a Betta tank. I've read that they're not very strong swimmers. I was also reading that they should have a filter in their tank to keep the water clean. I had a glass tank (2.5 gal) with a filter and a heater that I purchased separately. I set up the filter and, when it was on, noticed that it was way too strong and was flinging my fish around the tank. I immediately unplugged it and took it out of the tank. I bought a new tank today (another 2.5 gal; bought it since I didn't like the other one anyway) that came with a small filter, LED light, and a lid with enough space in the back so that the filter cord and my tank heater cord can both go out the back of the tank. I prepared the tank (treated water, checked temperature, rinsed rocks/decoration plants before adding them, etc.) and introduced my Betta. I plugged in the filter and noticed, when my fish got close enough, that the current from the filter was strong enough to throw my poor Betta across the tank. I unplugged the filter after watching my fish struggle to swim in the tank.

What is the best way to use a filter in a Betta tank? Should I use one at all? I just think that filters are necessary parts of a tank, but the ones I've been attempting to use are just too strong for my little guy.

We have a piece of filter sponge where the water comes out which blocks the flow enough for the betta to swim around fine. You could also try a baffle or a sponge filter.

Filters are also important in keeping the tank cycled. If you still have the old filter and that tank was running for a while then, if possible, add the filter media to the new one or float it in the new tank for a while.
Information on nitrogen cycle: http://www.fishkeeping.co.uk/articles_5 ... rticle.htm

[Catterpilers4you]

Hi everyone :3

[Dia.]

Hi everyone :3

Hello c:
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[MapleNeko]

I set up for first betta sorority and its been going amazing Picked up 5 girls from a petsmart and when i got them home my main concern was when i released them all in the tank they would immediately start beating on each other. to my pleasant surprise there was only a little nipping, so some rils have little chunks out of their fins but its nothing extreme. They all get along really well and its been fun trying to figure out each ones personality and i still dont know whoes top dog, but they all get along pretty well so im not looking out for anyone in paticular. Overal this has been very, very neat <3 does anyone else have a sority?

[claypigeon]

I set up for first betta sorority and its been going amazing Picked up 5 girls from a petsmart and when i got them home my main concern was when i released them all in the tank they would immediately start beating on each other. to my pleasant surprise there was only a little nipping, so some rils have little chunks out of their fins but its nothing extreme. They all get along really well and its been fun trying to figure out each ones personality and i still dont know whoes top dog, but they all get along pretty well so im not looking out for anyone in paticular. Overal this has been very, very neat <3 does anyone else have a sority?

I don't actually but it's really nice that your fish get along !! I have to say, that's super risky though.. Like they aren't really meant to be together, even if your females get along. While females are better then males, they need to be raised together by birth, so unless they were, you might run into some problems !!


anyway I'm actually an owner of 1 betta fish, Pompeii. He was named after the erruption of the volcano in Pompeii, and the tsunami that followed. I named him that because he has blue from his head to his belly, and the blue is in a kind of wave pattern, and at the tail he has a deep red.
I have been keeping bettas for over 7 years, and while I'm not a total expert, I know A lot about them.
I'll get a pic later <3

[Seasonal]

I just got myself a betta as well! ^_^ I've been getting a bit lonely since I no longer live at home with my cat, dog, and bird, so I decided to get a betta because they are easy to care for. I have had fish in the past, but I was very young when we had them. I know basic fish care but that's just because I've always been very particular about the care of my animals, even as a child. I had three goldfish and three tropical fish, so having a betta is definitely a new experience for me!

Her name is Lacey, and she is absolutely gorgeous. This picture really doesn't do her any justice; she's very vibrant for a female. Her body is light pink with a purpley-iridescent glow to it when the light hits it correctly, and her fins are mostly deep pink with some purple on the edges.
Picture!

I took that picture while she was still in the cup that the pet store gave us. I ended up using filtered water to fill her tank because we have a water fountain specifically for filling bottles with bottle-grade water, so I hope that was okay! I put in one of the solutions that is supposed to make the water safe for the fish and remove any toxins. The woman at the pet store was pretty helpful with everything.

My question is, how much should I be feeding her? The woman who sold her to me said three pellets once a day, but I've read other sources that say 3-5 pellets twice a day. One even says that you should feed the fish until they stop eating, but I'm fairly positive that is not a good idea at all; fish will eat themselves to death. Another website said that their stomachs are the size of their eye, and the pellets expand in the digestive tract, so... I really don't know how much I should be feeding her! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[tekkai]

I set up for first betta sorority and its been going amazing Picked up 5 girls from a petsmart and when i got them home my main concern was when i released them all in the tank they would immediately start beating on each other. to my pleasant surprise there was only a little nipping, so some rils have little chunks out of their fins but its nothing extreme. They all get along really well and its been fun trying to figure out each ones personality and i still dont know whoes top dog, but they all get along pretty well so im not looking out for anyone in paticular. Overal this has been very, very neat <3 does anyone else have a sority?

I've actually started two successful sororities. I love the boys, but sorority tanks are definitely my favorite set up (once the peace has established). Right now I also have 5 girlies in a 20g long, but am think about getting a few more. <3

[Ruined Souls]

I just got myself a betta as well! ^_^ I've been getting a bit lonely since I no longer live at home with my cat, dog, and bird, so I decided to get a betta because they are easy to care for. I have had fish in the past, but I was very young when we had them. I know basic fish care but that's just because I've always been very particular about the care of my animals, even as a child. I had three goldfish and three tropical fish, so having a betta is definitely a new experience for me!

Her name is Lacey, and she is absolutely gorgeous. This picture really doesn't do her any justice; she's very vibrant for a female. Her body is light pink with a purpley-iridescent glow to it when the light hits it correctly, and her fins are mostly deep pink with some purple on the edges.
Picture!

I took that picture while she was still in the cup that the pet store gave us. I ended up using filtered water to fill her tank because we have a water fountain specifically for filling bottles with bottle-grade water, so I hope that was okay! I put in one of the solutions that is supposed to make the water safe for the fish and remove any toxins. The woman at the pet store was pretty helpful with everything.

My question is, how much should I be feeding her? The woman who sold her to me said three pellets once a day, but I've read other sources that say 3-5 pellets twice a day. One even says that you should feed the fish until they stop eating, but I'm fairly positive that is not a good idea at all; fish will eat themselves to death. Another website said that their stomachs are the size of their eye, and the pellets expand in the digestive tract, so... I really don't know how much I should be feeding her! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I had a betta fish many yearsgo. And I feed it twice a day with fish flakes. They fonts expande and work very nicely. Also. About a pinch or two is fine. Depending on the fish size. My male Betta named Buddy lived for three years with this treat ment. And a big tank and lots of care. My aunt bough the pellets and all her fish died within three weeks from eating them. Hope this helps.

[claypigeon]

@ seasonal feed them about 4 pellets. I suggest feeding them 2 in the morning, 2 in the night. It's good because then they eat it and you don't waste the food, because if fed 4 in the morning, they will probably only eat 2 but still be hungry at dinner.
Wow your fish is gorgeous !! I wish my betta could have tankmates that are other bettas cause I found one with a skull on their face and they were very beautiful and albino 0-0 so gorgeous and red and white and wow
Anyway... See if that works out. The reason I don't add lunch is just because I'm not home x3

And I said I'd give a picture of Pompeii but I warn you, my glass is thick in my tank and my pictures are a lot worse quality !! I just cleaned it 2 days ago. So it ain't actually dirty x3
BTW the pencil is because I am teaching him to jump, but currently he's too shy for my hand. It's good because if you wet the eraser it can holdup to 20 pellets and they jump up!
Removed it because it didn't work really,so I'll work out a new plan x3 actually do you have any suggestion for that?


Edit; new pic I just took! He wouldn't stay still though so I couldn't focus gahh
He's more beautiful up close x3

Edit again lol;
He looked so cute I couldn't resist