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About Brit Brit
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I can answer your questions about Bettas, most Freshwater Tropical Fish, compatibility between tropical freshwater fish, tips on how to set up a new aquarium, what fish to add, what temperature your tank should be at, etc.
I can answer questions about goldfish, and I know a bit about aquarium plants.
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I take care of over 3000 fish daily. I worked at Petsmart for a few years, and have had training in many areas, including aquaria and all the basics to keep fish happy and healthy. I met quite a few experts in the hobby and have learned a lot from them, and they have learned a lot from me :)
Also, I have done a lot of research and studying on my own time about not just fish but a lot of different house pets because I like to help people and help their pets.
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You are here: Experts > Animals/Pets > Pet Fish > Fish > My Fish isn't eating
Expert: Brit Brit
Date: 5/11/2008
Subject: My Fish isn't eating
Question
Hi Brit;
I have bought a Betta Fish from the fish store, i brought him home and immediately put him into his 1/2 gallon tank. I fed him Betta Fish Pellets, and he immediately put one in his mouth but then spit it out almost instantly. Ive kept trying to feed the fish, but he hasn't eaten at all since that first situation. I've had him for 6 days now and he has not eaten. Why is he not eating? Could he be just adapting to his new environment? or Could he be eating the food that has dropped to the bottom of the tank?
Answer
Hello Liam,
Well, first of all you want to make sure that you are not overfeeding him, especially in such a small tank.
The best thing to do is get him a larger tank - I recommend two gallons at least for any fish - and watch how much you feed him. When you put in pellets, stick around and watch to see if he is eating or not. If you notice that your fish is visibly thinner, chances are he has not been eating.
Try crushing his pellets into smaller pieces before feeding, and see if he will eat those. You might also try to coax him into eating by feeding him a few bloodworms.
It can take a little while for him to get used to his new home, so he may be shy for a while.
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