Sick Betta

[LvBettas]

Yes, it's the same temp. I have a spare thermometer I use to check the replacement water and I always make sure that it is within a degree or two of what is in the tank before I add it in, but I don't add it in if it is more than two degrees off.

I wasn't clear about the filter and water changes. I've tried to cycle 2 1/2 gallon tanks in the past (and not with 100% changes) and always seemed to have problems with getting them to stabilize, so I gave up and started doing the 100% water changes. I kept the filters in the tanks however, just because I thought it would help with water circulation and keep them a little cleaner.

 

[WILDER]

I would test your water to see what the stats are before you do a water change, as that should tell us also if you are doing enough water changes on the bowl.

 

[LvBettas]

Uh oh, I just did a 50% a few hours ago as black angel had recommended.

 

[WILDER]

Tomorrow test your water, like to see stats in ammonia,nitrite,nitrate. Good luck.

 

[LvBettas]

I'll bring my test kit in in the morning and post the results. Again thanks so much for your patience and your help. He's already outlived the other two by a full day.

 

[WILDER]

Or bless him, fingers crossed for him, yes post stats tomorrow.

 

[LvBettas]

Okay, I just finished testing the water.

Ammonia - 0
Nitrate - 5ppm
Nitrite - 0
Ph 7.6

He is still alive this morning, but is no longer standing on his head. He is now hanging at the top of the tank behind his filter. I don't know if this is better or worse?

 

[LvBettas]

He just passed. Thanks for all your help.

 

[black angel]

Aww im sorry.

For future fish in that bowl/tank, maybe best to sterilize it and buy new gravel and pump etc.

 

[LvBettas]

I have the tank itself soaking in bleach water right now and have already thrown away all the decorations. But thank you for the advice.

 

[WILDER]

Sorry bless him, R.I.P. you tryed your best for him.