bored betta

[reaperss06]

so I figure this is the correct thread for this, but my little guy looks bored and doesn't seem happy. I was just wondering if there is anything I can use or give him to make him happy again.

[scootshoot]

Betta fish don't have the capability to feel bored. If your betta looks bored it's more likely you are bored watching a single fish exist in a tank of its own. So share with us the tank size to see if we can offer you some tank mates.

[Canuck Fins]

Is your fish inactive? Is that why you think he's bored?

[reaperss06]

it a 5 gallon tank that I got, its the critter keeper one. I really only have enough room for the 5 gal.

[Oldfishlady]

Check your water temp and make sure it is correct (76-80F) and make a 50% water change and see if that won't perk him up...as posted they don't have the capability to be bored...change in behavor is usually related to water quality and/or water temp...and sometimes age related..

[reaperss06]

I do think it could have been a water problem, he does just sit there and it's usually in one corner thats why I'm asking if he is bored.

[scootshoot]

How often you do partial water changes? You need to do partial water replacement periodically several times a week for preventive maintenance...

[Oldfishlady]

I agree....in a 5g unfiltered-you need to make twice weekly 50% water changes and 1-100% monthly...unless you have live plants....what is your water temp?

[reaperss06]

my water temp sits at 80 degrees