betta fish is scared of me?
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A: Some bettas are more skittish than others. It sounds like your betta is fine until he sees you come near and then ducks for cover. This really isn't anything to worry about as long as he is carrying on normally when he is alone. Flaring and bubblenest building are all good signs that he is healthy.
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Check out the water quality, that's the most likely reason for the behavior. Another reasons, is that you need to associate yourself with your fish. For example, when it's feeding time stand near the tank and allow the fish to get a good look at you. Why do some tank fish swim up and down rapidly?
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Betta fish love to swim around and explore their entire tank. Many decorations also have sharp edges that can easily tear the delicate fins. Avoid these to keep the betta's fins beautiful.
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Male bettas are aggressive, but mostly with other male bettas which is why they should not be kept together in the same tank. ... “The reality is that although male bettas are aggressively territorial with other male bettas, they are generally peaceful with other species in a community setup,” says Dr.
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You should not have more than one male betta in the same tank. Betta fish are very territorial, not only will the two males end up fighting but the fact they are sharing the same space will stress your betta. ... Although they are still aggressive female bettas can live together in groups and they look beautiful.
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Betta fish can be notoriously picky eaters, but will eat with enthusiasm food they like, including things they shouldn't be eating. In order to keep your fish looking and feeling their best, you need to pay close attention to what and how you feed them. Siamese fighting fish can be really expressive.
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YES! (Recap) Snails can make a great companion to your betta (providing he's not too aggressive). However, if you're not sure how your betta is going to react then it might be a good idea to have another tank ready.
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It is not normal for them to turn black, it is a sign of stress - he needs a larger tank than you can provide or he will not live to his full potential (or if he lives and grows to his full size he will not be a happy fish being unable to turn around).
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Bettas are characterized by their aggression. ... Females are less aggressive, but they will still fight. They like to establish a hierarchy and claim their own territory. The battles are less violent than when males fight so injuries are less likely.
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Stress. When your betta is constantly bombarded with stressors, they may lose their vibrant colors, and “stress stripes” may appear on their body. These are horizontal dark- and light-colored stripes. Stressed bettas often have poor appetites and may be seen swimming right past new food.
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While breeding is the only time koi fish are aggressive toward other koi - smaller fish definitely need to fear a koi fish's bite. Gold fish are common victims of koi fish aggression with some koi going as far as to eat parts of their pond mates.
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Fish Afraid of the Dark! Fish Afraid of the Dark! The fish get scared because of the sudden transition from light to darkness and from darkness to light. ... Very likely if you leave on the room light for 30 minutes after turning out the aquarium lights it will reduce stress.
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It is a problem especially for laterally compressed fish and some fish species seem more prone to it, such as Goldfish and Bettas. It can also be caused by an improper diet, some manufactured fish foods, or overfeeding. Constipation can and will kill your fish if the blockage is not addressed.
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Betta fish are not poisonous to cats. ... Although betta fish are small, it doesn't make them harmless. A cat can easily choke on this fish due to its bones. In addition, any raw fish can potentially cause health concerns for cats as there may be bacteria or other parasites surrounding the environment of the fish.
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Tank mates & Safety measures Black Skirt Tetras are semi-aggressive fin-nipping species, especially towards fish with long fins like bettas or angelfish. ... As with most fish, Black Skirt Tetras are very skilled jumpers so it is advisable to keep your tank covered to prevent them from jumping out of the aquarium.
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Betta Fish (also known as Siamese fighting fish) are one of the most popular freshwater fish for fish keepers, and are perfect for beginners. Originating from Thailand, these beautifully coloured fish are relatively easy to care for. However, as with all aquarium fish, there are certain things you need to know.
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Betta fish symbolize unlikely warriors; they are small and appear weak, but can actually fight and work through incredibly difficult situations.