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No worries, glad I could help.

I came across this article that lists 17+ types of betta fish, including both wild and domestic types. It doesn't specifically go into traits like fluxeon scale or koi, but it does mention some fin types and colors. Maybe it can help you get started on your search.

My condolences on losing Bilbo. I'm really sorry to hear that. Did you do any emergency water changes after the issues started? What are your current water parameters looking like?


No symptoms, just gone. Water's fine, all parameters are in check - pH 7.5, ammonia's zero, nitrates and nitrites ...

Sadly, I lost my finned friend Bilbo today. I'm pretty sure it was those harlequin rasboras I added to the tank that did him in. Right after I got them, three rasboras and a Cory kicked the bucket too - the Cory had a bad case of popeye, but the others didn't show anything. It's just Bilbo now, and ...

Stunning little guy, love the fins on him.

Honestly, I'm no expert, but to me, it seems like it might be a female.

They're like adorable little companions, aren't they, always excited to see us, just like those cute puppies.

Great suggestions from everyone. I'm not adding to the plant list, but just wanted to mention a few other things that can help. Having a background on the tank makes a big difference, and positioning it away from doorways and high-traffic areas is a good idea. My betta loves hiding in his coconut ...

Hi everyone,
My betta's really stressed out at the moment, so I'm looking into getting some floating plants to help him out. I've got a twenty gallon tank with my betta and some Cory cats. Can anyone recommend some pretty and easy-to-find plants that bettas love? I'd really appreciate it, thanks!

You could consider Percy, Korvobus, or Haymitch for your betta - I must admit, I'm a bit of a bookworm. If you're looking for more inspiration, there are plenty of blue characters out there. I'm thinking along the lines of Nightcrawler, Ronan, or even Stitch. Gonzo and Yondu also come to mind, and ...