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by fishdish
Sat Apr 12, 2025 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is megaselia sp. a suitable live food for betta fish?
Replies: 2
Views: 331

Re: Is megaselia sp. a suitable live food for betta fish?

I'm not familiar with the larvae you're referring to, but I'm curious about your brine shrimp culture - I've had trouble getting mine to grow past a certain size. I've been using baby brine shrimp eggs, and while they hatch just fine, they never seem to reach a decent size. How did you manage to get ...
by fishdish
Tue Apr 01, 2025 1:59 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Are there daphnia in my tank?
Replies: 4
Views: 1066

Re: Are there daphnia in my tank?


Limiting feedings is key. A betta will eat as much as it can, whenever it can. In an enclosed space like your tank, there's no guarantee she won't catch all the daphnia quickly. You already have her in a spacious tank for a betta, with plenty of live plants and decor to explore. Plus, she gets ...
by fishdish
Tue Apr 01, 2025 1:49 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Are there daphnia in my tank?
Replies: 4
Views: 1066

Re: Are there daphnia in my tank?


You're really thinking about your betta's well-being, and I love that. She's one lucky fish. I think the glass surfing might just be a settling-in thing, so it could resolve itself over time.

I do know that bettas are prone to obesity, so it's great that you're being mindful of her food intake ...
by fishdish
Mon Mar 31, 2025 11:02 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Are there daphnia in my tank?
Replies: 4
Views: 1066

Are there daphnia in my tank?

I've had my female koi betta for a bit now, and she's thriving. I've set up a 20 gallon long with some bladder snails and a bunch of live plants - I'll attach a picture below. The tank's got plenty to explore, so I'm hoping that's enough enrichment for her. She's always on the move, swimming and ...