Betta need higher temperatures than 75. I keep mine at around 79 but even that may be too cold for a baby.

The best way to acclimate is to float his cup or bag and add a little bit of tank water at intervals of 10-15 minutes for five or six times.

Show photos when you can. Can't wait to see him.

 

It's definitely much warmer than what he's in. He's a little run down from a long day, but here he is:

 

Here he is floating in his cup

 

He's gorgeous! And his new home is adorable. Love the castle. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

 

thanks! Here's another pic:

 

I think the Aqueons should be preset to 78 degrees? If it's placed vertically in a corner, it may be shutting off early. Try placing it horizontally and slightly above the gravel? That may help it reach the correct temperature.

 

I'll try that. Thanks so much

 

I just wanted to give a heads up on that castle. I had to take mine out after a couple months, it started smelling bad and also made my tank water smell. Just keep an eye on it!

 

Oh thanks for letting me know! Lol what made you sniff the castle was my first reaction to that. Yeah I've been keeping an eye on it because it's a Walmart purchase... He seems to like it though

 

Just a couple other questions:
My heater is in as low as I can get it without the wire in. Will Percy be electrocuted if I make it any lower?
If this doesn't work out with the heater, could i exchange it? I bought it about 2 weeks ago but I'm not sure if I still have the receipt
Just out of curiously, how common are bettas like Percy (like the orange color and black scales)? My uncle bred Bettas for the longest time and always hangs out in pet stores and he said he's never seen one in our area. So are they just difficult to find where I am or is it a widespread thing?

 

do you still have the box it came in? does it say submersible? if so if won't electrocute your fish. they are made to be in the water. my heater is completely under the water.

not sure about how common your betta is.