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by aquanaut
Sat Dec 14, 2024 12:30 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle
Replies: 10
Views: 2963

Re: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle


I'm really struggling to get my tank cycled and I'm worried about my betta's health. I've had him for a month now and he's been in a 5.5 gallon tank. He had fin rot, but I managed to get it under control and even saw some new growth on his fins. However, his fins are starting to get worse again. I ...
by aquanaut
Sat Dec 14, 2024 10:43 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle
Replies: 10
Views: 2963

Re: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle

I'm definitely considering adding some live plants to help with the ammonia levels. I just haven't had a chance to get any yet with the quarantine and all. I'm thinking some Java moss or Anacharis might do the trick.

I see what you mean about the water changes, I didn't think about needing some ...
by aquanaut
Sat Dec 14, 2024 7:05 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle
Replies: 10
Views: 2963

Re: help with betta fin rot and the nitrogen cycle

Hi, thanks for the kind words about my betta. I'm really struggling to get things right for him, and I appreciate you taking the time to help.

I didn't do a fishless cycle before getting him - I've been trying to cycle the tank with him in it, which I know isn't ideal. I've had him for a month now ...
by aquanaut
Sat Jun 03, 2023 4:27 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: is my new betta at the top of the tank?
Replies: 13
Views: 2968

Re: is my new betta at the top of the tank?


I just got my new male black orchid betta and I'm beyond excited, but also super nervous. Yesterday was a disaster - I brought home this adorable tiny veiltail female betta, but she didn't make it past an hour. I'm pretty sure it was my fault, so I double-checked my heater and filter today, and I ...