Health And Wellness

Half-sun betta is a suspect to many health issues and diseases. So take care of them when the issue is minor so they heal immediately. When the condition worsens they may die. A betta prefers a temperature range between 76 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit means silently warmer, if the temperature is lower install the heater.

Some common diseases in half sun betta:

Fin rot: fin rot is caused by bacterial infection and its symptom is fin tearing. The symptoms begin with tiny spots on the edges of the betta fin. This resulted in the loss of their fin. The reasons behind the bacterial infection are poor water quality, the low temperature below 78, and the build-up of toxic ammonia compounds. It commonly affects fish that have a weak immune system.

Ich: a white patch shown on the body; it is known as white spot disease. It is caused by external parasites that irritate the skin. The symptom is itching on the skin, so they scratch their body with any object. The constant itching and scratches lead to a white spot all over the body. These symptoms include stress, dullness, loss of appetite, and even death, also caused by poor water quality.

Pop eye: this is a bacterial infection and the symptoms in the eyes are swollen. It is caused by poor water quality, clean water, and proper anti-biotics promote healthy recovery.

Swim bladder: symptoms of this disease beta cannot swim properly. If you notice that your fish having difficulty swimming it might suffer from swim bladder. It is often caused by overfeeding or low fiber in the diet.

Dropsy: it is a bacterial infection. The symptoms are swelling of the belly area. They are resolved by water maintenance and over-the-counter medicines. The cures are also available for this disease.

External parasites: the symptoms are scratching against objects or visible parasites on the body. These diseases need essential treatment for recovery.

Betta tumors: These are growths that appear inside the fish's body. The issue can not be clear or detected in the early stage.

Use almond leaves to prevent bacterial growth, relieve stress, and constipation, and adjust pH value. Almond leaves are similar to natural living places. Fungal infection is common which is prevented by methylene blue. It immediately removes fungus.