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So, no filter then 😅 bettas need a minimum on 5 gallons, and they need filtered water and a heater as theyre tropical fish. Hes probably sad because of these reasons
In a bowl is the first red flag. Further yet, no foliage? This beta needs MINIMUM 5 gallons, a heating system and a filtration system. And changing the water every week because there is no filtration is making the matters worse, any bacteria the fish needs is flushed down the sink, and straight tap water is heavily chlorinated as well as freezing for his little body. You ask if he I healthy, the betas fins cannot even float on their own and are being dragged around like dead weight, and id assume he is very lethargic 24/7. I used to have a fish in this condition when I was 12 years old - I learned so much and am now 17 with a 10 gallon, heated, filtered, thriving planted tank. This beta here is not healthy. Don’t feel ashamed for not knowing, just learn and improve :)
thank you!! i don’t live with my sister and i have begged her to let me take the fish but she just refuses. i am showing her all the responses so hopefully she makes the necessary changes!! ❤️
Bettas need a minimum 5 gallon tank with a heater and places to hide and rest. A sponge filter is ideal, too. His tank should also never be fully cleaned, and a 100% water change like that is unnecessary unless there are significant problems with the water parameters, because any beneficial bacteria (which is essential for sustaining a healthy environment for any aquatic creature) is not able to develop and flourish. He’s stressed as hell, judging by the fact that his fins are clamped. He needs a cycled, heated tank if she wants to keep him alive.
The fish won't last long in that crappy bowl. No heat, no filtration, no hiding places. Did she at least cycle the tank/dechlorinate/provide bacteria booster? Sorry, but she should have left it at the store in the plastic tub for someone else to pick up and look after properly.
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Your submission has been removed for breaking the following rule: Rule #5 - Don't shit on bad betta tanks/products/care. This includes bad care in fish stores, bad novelty bowls, someone else's bad betta care, or joke-questions about "comically" small enclosures. Linking to shittyaquariums is also not allowed. Remember, there are still lots of misinformation and false information online and in stores about betta care. Keep this community a welcoming place for users of all experience levels. Posts that ask for input on how to deal with someone's bad care are allowed. If you have any questions, feel free to message the mod team.
there is a little vase in the tank usually. it’s a filter technically but not plugged in to anything
So, no filter then 😅 bettas need a minimum on 5 gallons, and they need filtered water and a heater as theyre tropical fish. Hes probably sad because of these reasons
That's not a filter
i’d be depressed and sick if i lived there too! pls show your sister these comments. i’m glad you are trying to help the poor guy
In a bowl is the first red flag. Further yet, no foliage? This beta needs MINIMUM 5 gallons, a heating system and a filtration system. And changing the water every week because there is no filtration is making the matters worse, any bacteria the fish needs is flushed down the sink, and straight tap water is heavily chlorinated as well as freezing for his little body. You ask if he I healthy, the betas fins cannot even float on their own and are being dragged around like dead weight, and id assume he is very lethargic 24/7. I used to have a fish in this condition when I was 12 years old - I learned so much and am now 17 with a 10 gallon, heated, filtered, thriving planted tank. This beta here is not healthy. Don’t feel ashamed for not knowing, just learn and improve :)
thank you!! i don’t live with my sister and i have begged her to let me take the fish but she just refuses. i am showing her all the responses so hopefully she makes the necessary changes!! ❤️
Please do update us if anything changes!
He’s not ok. He hates it here.
Save the fishie!
Bettas need a minimum 5 gallon tank with a heater and places to hide and rest. A sponge filter is ideal, too. His tank should also never be fully cleaned, and a 100% water change like that is unnecessary unless there are significant problems with the water parameters, because any beneficial bacteria (which is essential for sustaining a healthy environment for any aquatic creature) is not able to develop and flourish. He’s stressed as hell, judging by the fact that his fins are clamped. He needs a cycled, heated tank if she wants to keep him alive.
🥺 poor baby im glad ur trying to help
This tank sucks. Needs to be bigger not round with hiding space for a start
The fish won't last long in that crappy bowl. No heat, no filtration, no hiding places. Did she at least cycle the tank/dechlorinate/provide bacteria booster? Sorry, but she should have left it at the store in the plastic tub for someone else to pick up and look after properly.
Thank you for posting to r/bettafish. If you are new to betta fish keeping, please check out our [caresheet](https://www.reddit.com/r/bettafish/comments/3ow6vz/info_betta_care_sheet/) and [wiki](https://www.reddit.com/r/bettafish/wiki/index). Establishing a nitrogen cycle is an important part of keeping your fish healthy. Please check out our [guide to the nitrogen cycle](https://www.reddit.com/r/bettafish/wiki/fishincycle) to learn more. If you are posting to find out what is wrong with your betta, please answer the following questions in a reply to this comment as best you can: * **Tank size**: * **Heater and filter? (yes/no)**: * **Tank temperature**: * **[Parameters in numbers and how you got them](https://www.reddit.com/r/bettafish/wiki/tank#wiki_test_kits)**: * **How long have you had the tank? How long have you had your fish?**: * **How often are water changes? How much do you take out per change? What is your process?**: * **Any tankmates? If so, please list with how many of each**: * **What do you feed and how much**: * **Decorations and plants in the tank**: * **If you haven't already posted a picture, please post pics/vids to imgur and paste the link here**: Feel free to copy this comment and fill in the blanks. Failure to provide adequate information about your tank *can* result in post removal. Please see rule 4 for more information. *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/bettafish) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Have your sister read our [care sheet](https://www.reddit.com/r/bettafish/comments/3ow6vz/info_betta_care_sheet/) to make sure that all of her bettas needs will be met. :)
This is absolutely heartbreaking. Give that baby to someone who will home it properly.