Sick Betta Fish Symptoms
Sick Betta Fish Symptoms
My betta fish is sick and I am not sure with what.. I can describe symptoms, but I don’t know what to do.?
So, I have a betta fish that I prefer didn’t die. His name is Oscar and he is my dorm pet.
Anyway, as of late he’s been floating at the top of his tank. He has also lost color around his gill area – he’s turning a brownish/tan color instead of his usual blue/red. He also seems to be sitting vertical a lot and doesn’t swim around much. He doesn’t eat much either. What is wrong with him, and what do I do to make him better? Thanks!
Brownish tan coloration change sets off warning bells for a disease called velvet to me. Certainly it could be the water conditions previously mentioned, but if all of those seem to check out ok, consider velvet as a potential cause. Shine a flashlight on the discolored area and if it has a golden or reddish metallic shine then velvet is most certainly the case.
If this is the case, treat with a good parasite medication such as Maroxy or Maracide and keep the tank light off and the tank covered as much as possible during the treatment time.
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