2 Gallons. I'm debating on putting some live java moss in it too. Not sure what that would do to the space/ water balance of the tank or if that would complicate keeping the water clean.
This is my first betta so this site has been helpful so far. Any suggestions from experienced betta owners welcome. The store said I didn't need a heater so I was surprised to hear that I needed one per this site. The store also told me to change 50% of the water the first week, then 100% the next. Looks like I should be changing 100% each week ?
Also, I'm so glad I read up on the site --- now I know what all those bubbles are at the top of the tank! I guess he's happy !
How do you know if your fish "likes" the water temp ?
Also, how do you know it is time to change the water? I've been waiting a week... which apparently is too long.
I know because these two "oddballs" are more active in the "cooler" water. They, for whatever reason, seem to get sluggish at slightly higher temps. Which is the opposite of MOST bettas.
You don't "know" per se because you can't see ammonia which is deadly. You just get on a schedule - pick a day for his 50% change and then another day for his 100% change. For example - 100% on Saturday and 50% on Wednesday.
How do you know if your fish "likes" the water temp ?
Also, how do you know it is time to change the water? I've been waiting a week... which apparently is too long.
For water temp, get a thermometer and a heater. :) Too cold, their immune systems will shut down, they become sluggish, loose their color, fins clamped... etc.
For water quality get a testing kit, you can't see ammonia so you couldn't just determine when to change your tank from the looks of the water. Clear water doesn't always equate to good water. ^^ As a general rule 1g-3g 100% every week with a 50% in between, a filter will not change the frequency, but rather the amount of water needed changing.
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