Fish not eating

[Homeskillet10788]

My betta hasn't eaten since Thursday, and it's now Sunday night. I tried feeding him yesterday and today, but he hasn't been interested in the food. He usually eats every other day. Any suggestions?

[HermitGuy101]

Originally Posted by Homeskillet10788

My betta hasn't eaten since Thursday, and it's now Sunday night. I tried feeding him yesterday and today, but he hasn't been interested in the food. He usually eats every other day. Any suggestions?

He might be sick... But I need to know more information before I can really help you out. How big is his aquarium? When was the last time you changed the water? What food do you feed him? If any, what medications have you given him? What is his activity like right now?

Could you please post some pictures? Thanks! I'll get back to you once you've answered these.

[Homeskillet10788]

He lives in a one-quart aquarium. I haven't changed the water in a couple of weeks, I was planning on doing that today. I feed him Wardley Betta Food. Here are some pix, I really appreciate your help! Thanks!

[Homeskillet10788]

Oh, and he's been a little sluggish at times, but other times he's swimming around normally.

[HermitGuy101]

Yup... I figured it out. The tank is too small. 1/2 to 1 gallon would be optimal. And a water change once a week. Also put in a pinch of aquarium salt. That should fix him up. :)

[Homeskillet10788]

Hmmm, aquarium salt. OK, thanks!

[Homeskillet10788]

Just changed the water, and now he's eating again! Yay!

[HermitGuy101]

Originally Posted by Homeskillet10788

Just changed the water, and now he's eating again! Yay!

great!