betta fish and health check frequency

[Shadowg]

How often do y'all check your betta's health? I've got a 5 gallon with a sponge filter, heater set at 78, and do weekly water changes. Just wanna make sure I'm not missing anything sketchy.

[Ridgew]

I check mine daily, just a quick look to see if they're acting normal. Tank's got some java fern and a few shrimp, seems to keep things chill.

[Ridgely]

Daily visual checks are good, but you should also test water params weekly. Ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and pH. If anything's off, it's gonna mess with their health.

[embera4]

Daily visual checks are good, but you should also test water params weekly. Ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and pH. If anything's off, it's gonna mess with their health.

Yep, totally agree. I use the API master kit, works like a charm.

[folded]

I kinda slack on testing, ngl. But my boy's in a 10 gallon with sand substrate and lots of plants. He's always flaring at his reflection, so I figure he's good.

[emberlynx]

Lol, mine does the same thing. But yeah, weekly checks are the way to go. I also keep an eye on his fins for any tears or weird vibes.

[FinleyOne]

I test every two weeks, but my tank's heavily planted with a canister filter. Parameters stay stable, so I don't stress too much.

[limew]

I test every two weeks, but my tank's heavily planted with a canister filter. Parameters stay stable, so I don't stress too much.

That's fair, but beginners should probably stick to weekly. Better safe than sorry.

[bloomr]

I've got a 20 gallon community tank with my betta. He's got some neon tetra buddies, and I check everyone's health daily. So far, so good!

[rocky1]

Daily visual checks, weekly water tests, and monthly deep cleans. My setup's got a HOB filter, driftwood, and live plants. Never had any major issues.