Hey there

Checking out 3Reef! Pretty cool site. I have a question about my Beta Fish, but not sure where to ask it. I have him in a jar with the plant on top and marbles in the rim holding the plant roots in the water. Well the kitten got a hold of the plant and there are about 6 remaining leaf stems not damage. I know it will grow back. But the problem is the fish. He seems to be swimming sideways a little. He seems ok, but I'm worried about him. Do you think he will have a problem? He is still eating fine, and swimming and diving for food like always, but when floating still he seems to be tipping side ways. thanks for any input.

 

maybe him and the cat had a wild party and started downing some beer....lol hung over???? just kidding....not sure about beta's, maybe just stressed about being roughed up by the kitty>>>>> give him some time

 

I've heard Beta's can be very fragile. Like they bruise easily and are very picky? What color is it and did the cat die?? Sorry Amcarrig LOL;D

 

To 3Reef!!! ​

Hey there!, back at ya.

Any fish is going to freak out with a close encounter with a cat.

If he is still swimming, give it a few days and he will get over it.

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gday and welcome to 3reef

 

Survival of the Fittest!

So, Jonah the Beta is doing ok. He seems to be swimming straight. I'm guessing it was the shock of the kitty and maybe a little shaking of the plant roots in the tank.. .. but he seems fine 8) . Thanks for the response.

 

Glad your fish is doing fine.

 

i can keep a fully stocked reef healthy but i've never been able to keep a freshwater betta alive,strange.