How Often to Feed a Betta Fish

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Tropical Fish Guy

Tropical Fish Guy

5 жыл бұрын

I would recommend that you Feed your Betta fish once a day. Sometimes twice a day is ok, but I usually don’t feed them more that once a day.
On the label of fish foods they will tell you to feed fish 3 times a day. You can do that but make the feedings smaller than usual.
Overfeeding is a very common mistake which could cause 2 very common problems for your betta fish including:
Digestive problems causing your betta fish to get bloated and become suseptable to disease Cause cloudy water in your fish tank from the ammonia created from the extra fish poop which could lead to stressing out or killing your betta fish.
On how much to feed your fish, the rule of thumb is to feed as much it will eat in about a minute or two.
Remember, you need to remove any food that the fish does not eat in a few minutes, so an idea would be for you to feed one or two pellets at a time for 2 minutes so there will be no uneaten food to clean up.
CAUTION - Betta Fish will sometimes try and gorge on their food and have digestive troubles as a result - kinda like humans ;). Don’t overfeed them. You can tell they are full by the belly bulge.
Overfeeding is usually more of a problem in home aquariums than underfeeding.
Bettas can be finicky, so don’t be alarmed if your fish doesn’t eat the food on a particular day, especially when you first get them. It might take up to a week before they give in and eat.
Don’t worry, and he won’t starve in that period. Just remove any food particles uneaten after a couple of minutes, and then try again the next day.
It is best to try feed your fish at the same time every day. This gives them into a routine. After a while, you will swear they’re wearing a wristwatch because they will start wagging their tail and coming to the surface at the appointed feeding time.
If you feed your high-quality fish food and occasionally give him or her a special treat, this will no doubt improve the quality of your fishes’ life and keep them healthy and happy.
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Пікірлер: 279
@nightnday6675
@nightnday6675 5 жыл бұрын
This guy read those instruction from a miles away...
@olddudeonaducati3153
@olddudeonaducati3153 4 жыл бұрын
🤣
@krissiaosorio90
@krissiaosorio90 3 жыл бұрын
Dont judge him 🤭🤣
@evmazu5
@evmazu5 3 жыл бұрын
😅
@InsideTheStadium
@InsideTheStadium 5 ай бұрын
I had to take a picture of the directions, then zoom in with my phone to read it 🤣😅🤣😅🤣
@InsideTheStadium
@InsideTheStadium 5 ай бұрын
I had to take a picture of the directions, then zoom in with my phone to read it 🤣😅🤣😅🤣
@kaydeewill361
@kaydeewill361 Жыл бұрын
Looks like I’ve been under feeding 😢. The store owner said 3 pallets every 2 days. I wondered why the bottle said otherwise but this video confirms all I needed to know. Thank you ❤
@carsonhunt4642
@carsonhunt4642 Жыл бұрын
The store workers get confused because they are set to feed them on a slow schedule which makes the bettas live longer. My pet store said 2 pellets only every other day! That’s 6 pellets a week.. Now I just do 2 in morning and 2 at night. Seems a healthy weight.
@strider5119
@strider5119 3 жыл бұрын
I hope the people watching this take note of the size of the tank. DO NOT put a betta in the shitty container they come in or that most pet stores sell them with
@inkat2679
@inkat2679 3 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s wayyyy too small
@joseemartin2216
@joseemartin2216 3 жыл бұрын
What sizs tank is that? A 10 gallon? I have my betta in a 10 gallon and have added 2 tetras and 2 african dwarf frogs. Store clerk wouldn't let me get more than 2 tetras. They are so tiny. And I didn't tell her about the betta either because my pet store forbids betta with other fish. They are so uneducated. I have done tons of research on best betta companions and thought I could get at least 4-5 mini tetras on a 10 gallon with the betta. I'm disappointed. The tank just looks empty. The frogs just hide out. Them tetras are so tiny. I wanted more for my little boy who loooves fishies.
@Lock_inTwinn
@Lock_inTwinn 2 жыл бұрын
@@joseemartin2216 tank wayyy to big
@MissMichSan
@MissMichSan 2 жыл бұрын
👍 yes thank you 😊 I did research and got him a 8 gallon tank and all the good stuff. :)
@juliustime7809
@juliustime7809 2 жыл бұрын
@@Lock_inTwinn cant be to big
@Kasperx138
@Kasperx138 10 ай бұрын
I've had mine for about 4 years now and I only feed him once every maybe 3 days. I've had tons of fish and I've learned that over feeding is way worse.
@kathleenmonsegue9700
@kathleenmonsegue9700 3 жыл бұрын
You should make a video on the proper sized tank set up for a betta fish, with live plants,, and include the information about how to properly feed a betta.
@JenniferNemo-nx2qw
@JenniferNemo-nx2qw 11 ай бұрын
I have a sorority of 6 female beta in my 15 gallon freshwater tank with 5 “filler” fish and one gold Inca snail. Betta LOVE live sword plants 🌱 because they act as hiding/resting spots. Female Betta get along well with other female Betta and other fish except for aggressive breeds like Tiger Barbs. Platy fish and female Betta get along great. I feed my fish once a day. If you feed them 2x a day do 1-2 pinches of pellets and then later a frozen cube of bloodworm or brine shrimp for the 2nd meal. Do 15-20% water changes once a week (2-5 gallons) if you feed them twice a day or you’ll risk an explosion of pest snail eggs which are white. You’ll have to smoosh those with the back of a spoon off your tank glass and do a large water change. When you buy live plants, soak them in 2 gallons of water and use Alum from the grocery store (it’s a spice). 1-2 teaspoons of that and soak the plants up to 10 hours to kills snail eggs and insects and anything else. Then rinse off the plants in another bucket and place inside your freshwater aquarium. That’s worked wonders for me.
@shortlynx6540
@shortlynx6540 3 жыл бұрын
Is it just me or does every new betta owner do this? Every time I go to bed I worry about my betta, even though I can see him in the dark (hes white and his tank is in my room) I don’t want to see him dead in the morning
@nayla206
@nayla206 3 жыл бұрын
Omg I do that! Its been a week since I got my betta fish and I got so worried leaving him in the dark. His tank is on my nightstand and I have a nightlight next to him because my sister cant sleep without one. Then I read on a website that any light at night can cause my fish to get tired. I moved the light and hid it behind a big basket-out of my bettas sight and I get so worried that he will hurt himself in the dark 😂😂 My tabs on safari are all questioms about my betta fish lol
@rayarene4772
@rayarene4772 5 жыл бұрын
This is refreshing love your southern accent
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Rachel Smith Thanks Rachel!
@hailey4466
@hailey4466 4 жыл бұрын
Well I just got 2 red female bettas yesterday, I LOVE THEM!!! 😍🐟 btw love your shirt 🤣
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
THank you so much for watching!
@Lock_inTwinn
@Lock_inTwinn 2 жыл бұрын
do they fight ??
@eggxotics1780
@eggxotics1780 4 жыл бұрын
I normally feed my betta twice a day, 1-2 pellets each time, and twice a week i feed him blood worms =]
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great routine! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@normaeg14
@normaeg14 4 жыл бұрын
what is blood worms and what’s it good for?
@eggxotics1780
@eggxotics1780 4 жыл бұрын
norma grullon When I buy my bloodworms, I usually buy them freeze dried, and the ones I buy are pretty small. Bloodworms are very nutritious for your betta, though I wouldn't feed them too many at a time because in my opinion they're more of a snack food for bettas. I hope this helped you! ps. My betta is still alive :D
@eb4676
@eb4676 4 жыл бұрын
norma grullon Get Omega One Blood worms for bettas it’s like a red bottle see it on petco.
@MrSaajan12
@MrSaajan12 3 жыл бұрын
how many blood worms do you feed him when you do feed them to him?
@davay2533
@davay2533 4 жыл бұрын
I saw someone somewhere that said to feed 2 pellets twice a day but I don't know if that is right
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
david losteiner You’ll get a lot of different advice from everyone you talk to. I start off feeding as much as he will eat in about a minute. You can do that once or perhaps twice a day. As long as the gut doesn’t get too fat. They can over eat.
@danishdarwisy4922
@danishdarwisy4922 3 жыл бұрын
i feed my bettas 5 small pellets 2 times a day.12 int the morning and 12 midnight.is that fine?
@louel9272
@louel9272 2 жыл бұрын
We feed 4 pellets 2x a day. Me and my son sometimes (if it's the season) go out and catch grasshopper nymphs and throw them in there. Sometimes we find mosquito wrigglers in containers with some water and put those in too. Our Betta seems to love them 😁
@nhiathavang7954
@nhiathavang7954 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you this video help me and me and my brother we got a new beta fish today and thank you this really helps us how to keep our fish healthy and how many times we supposed to feed our fish a day
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad I could be helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@sandraragole2679
@sandraragole2679 2 жыл бұрын
TY again 🐟😀
@bearie3058
@bearie3058 4 жыл бұрын
I feed my beta three times a day, one pellet each time. Is that good for him?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Bearie That’s perfectly fine. Thanks for watching!
@8zylo
@8zylo 4 жыл бұрын
might be too little
@jedjau4882
@jedjau4882 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Your welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@rahima337
@rahima337 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you just got a Betta fish
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Send a pic to John at tropical fish guy dot com and I’ll show it.
@YK-tl3gr
@YK-tl3gr 3 жыл бұрын
Its 2 years is your betta alive? Im interested.
@rahima337
@rahima337 3 жыл бұрын
@@YK-tl3gr unfortunately no, I bought a liquid cleaner that cleans water from petsmart and used it in my tank. the fish died the next day. i then checked the bottle containing the cleaner and it was expired.
@YK-tl3gr
@YK-tl3gr 3 жыл бұрын
@@rahima337 rest in peace
@rahima337
@rahima337 3 жыл бұрын
@@YK-tl3gr thx
@peaoat3608
@peaoat3608 2 ай бұрын
I get a whiplash from the variety of different recommendations out there. Bottom line: feed your betta fish.
@peaoat3608
@peaoat3608 2 ай бұрын
or don't if you have a food web going.
@Cal619Guy
@Cal619Guy 5 жыл бұрын
Great vid!
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It means alot!
@cindy1274
@cindy1274 5 жыл бұрын
Yes I do once a day.
@Cyberbatworld
@Cyberbatworld 5 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Thank You and thanks for watching!
@weeewooo467
@weeewooo467 4 жыл бұрын
Can I feed my betta two pellets twice a day? I’m also thinking about getting tetras but I’m not sure how to balance it because I know that they need to eat twice a day.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Sparklepuppy00 Aj Feeding twice a day is fine. As far as how much depends on the size of the food and the size of the fish. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@neilmartin99
@neilmartin99 8 ай бұрын
I love your Betta set up. Is that a five gallon tank? Also who are his buddies in there?
@gorephobia1
@gorephobia1 3 жыл бұрын
I am getting my first ever fish and it’s a betta so How many flakes should feed my fish a day?
@ineverleavemyroom2683
@ineverleavemyroom2683 3 жыл бұрын
I have two betta females that are both relatively a bit large. I feed them a small pinch of fish flakes once a day. Is that enough?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
See my video on How much to feed a betta fish.
@hummingbirds986
@hummingbirds986 3 жыл бұрын
I have 2 betta fish. One is an adult Halfmoon and the other is a juvenile Green Alien. I feed the adult Halfmoon 2 times per day, 3 pellets in the morning and 3 at night. I feed the juvenile Green Alien 2 times per day, 2 pellets in the morning and 2~3 at night. ( I feed the Green Alien 3 pellets at night every other night)
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! I've never heard of a Green Alien. If you want to send some pics I can share them in a future video. Send to pics@tropicalfishguy.com
@hummingbirds986
@hummingbirds986 3 жыл бұрын
Tropical Fish Guy here is a video of all my fish kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qs9hY9dkmtjZYXk.html but the first fish is my Green Alien Betta. You can do what ever you want with the video, and you don't need to link to the video if u use it. The alien betta is just a betta from my LFS, he's not the highest quality alien betta but I still love him a ton.
@littlewill745
@littlewill745 4 жыл бұрын
I’m getting a betta and I’m thinking of giving 2-3 pellets once a day and would that be ok?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
that should be fine. Thanks for watching.
@benjaminsangbawi5789
@benjaminsangbawi5789 4 жыл бұрын
i soon will get a betta fish in the future,Thanks for the tip
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Cool! Send a pic to me and I'll give you a shoutout! email to pics@tropicalfishguy.com
@tomywho1234
@tomywho1234 Ай бұрын
Great info!
@melidadiaz9501
@melidadiaz9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you that was helpful
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@ardhraj3534
@ardhraj3534 3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video, i have a small doubt, i feed my betta three times a day, 4 to 5 pellets two times, and in the evening (third time) i feed him a worm. he seems to be happy like this, and sometimes acts like he wants more food . its been two weeks since i bought him. and he’s all fine and dandy, but is it overfeeding tho, like giving him worms everyday. hes quite small too ;), please help.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If it works for you then I wouldn't change anything.
@MorphedWombat
@MorphedWombat 2 жыл бұрын
How has it been is ur betta alive? Looking for a betta later today
@meiam-lu8xk
@meiam-lu8xk 3 жыл бұрын
My betta fish is become a bit big I feed him 5 pellets in the morning 2 in the noon and 5 in the night and he looks perfect. Is this OK for my fish. And when I snap my finger he comes to the front and eats foods thats 1 training he learnt
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If he is healthy and active then I wouldn't change anything. You could skip a day a week and see what happens. They are fine fasting a day every now and then.
@Kingshushthe1st
@Kingshushthe1st 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’m buying a beta tomorrow I have a tank ready.
@sandraragole2679
@sandraragole2679 2 жыл бұрын
How's it going ❓🐟🐠🦀... Fiddler Crabs r funnier. 9/11/21
@sabrinaromeo2118
@sabrinaromeo2118 3 жыл бұрын
I have my betta with 2 tiny little fish but they don't get enough food because my fatty betta eats it all! How would you recommend to make sure they all get food? I definitely overfed because I wanted to see the little ones eat too. Now my betta has a fat tummy, I'm worried. 🥺
@knight_1694
@knight_1694 3 жыл бұрын
when we are feeding powder how much should we feed and how many times a day should we feed our betta fish
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve never fed powder before. Watch my video on how much to feed a betta fish.
@maaz_shaikh01
@maaz_shaikh01 5 жыл бұрын
I guess my betta is getting fungal infections how to treat plz let me know sir. Thank you
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
king maazgregor depending on the fungal infection I would: 1. Do a water test. If ok, then dose with either Maracyn or Maracyn2: Read the descriptions and see what is most likely your case.
@lmxgetrekt3401
@lmxgetrekt3401 3 жыл бұрын
treat your betta with the extract of indian almond leaves it works for me.
@raghavsood28
@raghavsood28 3 жыл бұрын
Hey , I feed my betta fish 1 pellet for breakfast and lunch and 2 for dinner . Is that good
@josh6488
@josh6488 4 жыл бұрын
Hello, fish guy I feed mine 2 times a day smaller tank then urs is that 2 much feed ? How u make them happy ?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Josh, as long as he doesn't sit at the bottom looking like he ate too much after you feed him, he should be fine. He should have a slight little bulge but not too much. He should still be active and moving after you feed. Hope this helps. Look at my Betta fish playlist. Basically to make them happy keep good water quality, feed a variety of foods and plenty of room to swim. But of course there is more to it but that is the basics.
@AKIYIAKELLY
@AKIYIAKELLY 4 жыл бұрын
I just got me a New Betta Fish. Thanks for the info.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Great to hear! How is your new fish doing?
@AKIYIAKELLY
@AKIYIAKELLY 4 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy He died
@bunch_of_munch
@bunch_of_munch 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@butteredpecanz1617
@butteredpecanz1617 4 жыл бұрын
This was the exact video I needed! Thanks for sharing :)
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to be helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@allwynmarkwwilliamson5011
@allwynmarkwwilliamson5011 Жыл бұрын
🔥
@kalaiaecbbjacobs3223
@kalaiaecbbjacobs3223 4 жыл бұрын
My fish eats very little and it’s a bubble bee male I stop using the flakes and use the pellet. Can I feed him everyday or twice a week?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I would recommend daily feedings.
@jibireelsahib373
@jibireelsahib373 4 жыл бұрын
A guy told me to feed once a day with 1 piece of pellet. Is that enough for them ? Please reply
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
It depends on the size of the pellet and the size of the betta. I would think that is too little for the betta. I did a video showing how to tell. Search in my videos about what to feed a betta fish and i show you how much i feed them. Let me know if you have any questions.
@kailaarnold99
@kailaarnold99 4 жыл бұрын
Is it okay if I give my betta two pellets in the morning and 2 in the night?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
It's absolutely fine. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@ChrisannaKemp
@ChrisannaKemp 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, I’ve been over feeding mine for yearssssss
@rainbowsheep2459
@rainbowsheep2459 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I own three Betta Fish, but I don’t know how much to feed them or how many times a day… any help?
@giogiyajik6238
@giogiyajik6238 3 жыл бұрын
Yesterday I did something which I shouldn't but luckily my Betta baby is alive 😌. I feed him like 10 pellets at a time , I didn't know about it but later my friends told me feed him only 1 pellets. I cried 😭😭 😭 like anything else, I thought my fish might die 😭😭 because of God grace it's still alive 🥺🥺
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Glad things worked out! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@stellast2006
@stellast2006 4 жыл бұрын
I feed him betta gender fish food bits. The pet store employee told me to find him twice a day, two pieces of food. Is that ok? I dont think that quantity of food is ok... Please reply
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
That doesn't sound enough to me but i don't know the size of the pellets or the fish. Send a pic of the food and the fish to pics@tropicalfishguy.com and let me take a look. But really you just need to see the betta's belly and when there is a slight bulge, then stop.
@noahsmith6227
@noahsmith6227 2 жыл бұрын
I feed my beeta twice a day with a 12 hour gap. 4 pellets each time after soaking them in water. Worms and flakes twice a week. Am I over feeding him ?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 2 жыл бұрын
If it’s keeping him happy then I wouldn’t change anything.
@keili_9359
@keili_9359 2 жыл бұрын
Since their stomach is a little bit bigger than thwireyes just give him 2 pallets thats what i do and i also do the 12 hour gap
@swarnalibanerjee4989
@swarnalibanerjee4989 3 жыл бұрын
Hey just got a new veil tail betta fish... im giving him 6 pellets once a day Is it ok?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If he can eat them all without any rotting on the bottom and he is still active and moving around after you feed him then that is fine.
@raghavsood28
@raghavsood28 3 жыл бұрын
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@goodvishnu
@goodvishnu 4 жыл бұрын
The fish food i bought said Feed 2 times a day, enough for the fish to consume for 15 minutes.! Is my fish in trouble?.i've done for about a month now.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
That’s crazy that they would say that. Judge your fishes intake and don’t pollute your tank. It sounds much too much for me.
@progaming2843
@progaming2843 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@anitarichard7669
@anitarichard7669 3 жыл бұрын
Can amston Betta fish live with other fish's in a same tank?
@carumeela
@carumeela 5 жыл бұрын
i’m about to get one
@Audial-sama
@Audial-sama 4 жыл бұрын
Should I feed my betta a variety of foods or just pellets
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I recommend feeding a variety of foods. Check out the video I did here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9R3l7aqqqjXgGQ.html
@ap7208
@ap7208 4 жыл бұрын
You should feed them a variety of foods.
@reigyavery1883
@reigyavery1883 4 жыл бұрын
I just got my betta fish he is kinda small i give him a pinch a dah should i start doing a pinch when i wake up and a pinch when i go to bed please reply
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
you can do either as long as the pinch isn't too much and no food is left on the bottom of the tank to rot. Also the bettas stomach is not overful.
@pecosR0B
@pecosR0B 2 жыл бұрын
bro where are you from? not often I meet another Asian dude who has an accent like you and me lol born and raised in East Texas here
@reinakanso9941
@reinakanso9941 3 жыл бұрын
Okay so I am feeding my beta 6 pellets a day and then he doesn’t eat weekends he it’s it all and I am so confused people tell me to watch out cuz 6 is so much but if I only put like 3/4 he starts swimming to the top and nibbling on water it’s my first fish I’ve had him for about a month and half
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If it works for you then I wouldn't change anything. If after you feed him and there is left over food or he is lethargic after eating you might want to cut back. Otherwise keep doing what you're doing.
@haidrshuja
@haidrshuja 4 жыл бұрын
I just got a betta fish, this is really helpful. Thanks!
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@sandraragole2679
@sandraragole2679 2 жыл бұрын
How's it going ❓. 9/11/21. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐠🐠🐠🦀🦀🦀 I recently got Fiddler's 🦀. Much fun & best friend pet. Easier to take care of too.
@diamondhearts07
@diamondhearts07 3 жыл бұрын
Can beta fish eat gold fish flakes? My neighbors left for a week and i told her i was going to feed it. She was not even going to feed it.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's just fine.
@ttman6197
@ttman6197 3 жыл бұрын
I bought mine and I give 2 pellets for 1 day two times a day is that good because he’s going to the top to see if there’s food
@enigma533
@enigma533 Ай бұрын
If he consumes fast.. better 2 more.. iu can check his speed of eating.. the more speed more news of food.. in 1 min
@TheGreenWolfss
@TheGreenWolfss 4 жыл бұрын
I feed my betta 4 pellets (every 3 to 4 hour 1 pellet) a day each day is it too much? Or should i reduce to 2 or 3 a day?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
If he's doing fine and happy and healthy, swimming around and feeling good, then I wouldn't change what you're doing.
@Yu3wt
@Yu3wt 3 жыл бұрын
The shop owner told us to feed them once in 2 days is it ok ? ( they were born 7 days ago , they are small )
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Well, for newborns I would feed at least twice a day. Perhaps more. For adult fish you can get away with every other day.
@Yu3wt
@Yu3wt 3 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy ok thanks
@rosewoodart4246
@rosewoodart4246 4 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking of purchasing one betta fish For a 3.5 gallon. The pet store worker said two pellets once every other day. My two sisters have betta fish and follow this schedule but I’m still not convinced that they get enough food. I’m going to be buying omega one pellets for my fish. How many pellets do I feed him and how often? Please reply I’m so confused.
@rosewoodart4246
@rosewoodart4246 4 жыл бұрын
Also do I need a filter for him? I’m thinking of using the one the tank gave me but the worker again told me that he didn’t need it and even though I tried asking some questions she always shut me off 🙄 some help....
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Rose, I would start off with no feeding on day one so he can get used to his new environment. Then I would feed him one pellet at a time until he slows down or as much as he eats in 1 minute. This would be the MAX to feed daily or every other day. I would feed half of that amount daily. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Betta fish technically don't need a filter but if you don't have live plants I would put a filter in there so you don't have to change the water so often. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@rosewoodart4246
@rosewoodart4246 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for responding!! It was helpful I will definitely feed him this way! So many people where telling me different things to the point where I had no idea what to do. Thank you again!
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you are in the Hobby. You will find many differing opinions to the same question in this hobby. It's just because people are referring to their own experience and each experience can be different. Not necessarily wrong but just sharing what works for them. Stay in and I hope it is as rewarding for you as it is for me.
@saiprasadlakamale7188
@saiprasadlakamale7188 3 жыл бұрын
I feed my betta 10 pellets morning afternoon and night is it ok optimum pellets I feed
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If your betta is healthy and active then it is fine.
@cindy1274
@cindy1274 5 жыл бұрын
I feed my Bettas bloodworms have no issues.
@therevolutionwillnotbeyoutubed
@therevolutionwillnotbeyoutubed Жыл бұрын
I hope this isn't offensive to you or anyone else but as a Yank that southern twang is buggin' me out. Lol All love though brother and thanks for the advice.
@GoldieSoViciousEnt
@GoldieSoViciousEnt 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing & cool shirt! #LikedandSubscribed😊
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Queen!
@GoldieSoViciousEnt
@GoldieSoViciousEnt 4 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy 💕
@kpjaws9942
@kpjaws9942 5 жыл бұрын
how much do u feed a 5-6 month old giant betta
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
kp jaws I would feed once a day as much as he will eat in about a minute, skipping a day a week. Just make sure to look at his belly and not over feed.
@carlosrabassa1429
@carlosrabassa1429 4 жыл бұрын
Hello....!!! Can i feed my male betta while he got eggs or babys????
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Carlos Rabassa Not during the time he is putting the eggs in the bubble nest. But after should be ok.
@prenagjonaj9569
@prenagjonaj9569 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Is it bad if I feed him twice a day?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Prena Gjonaj It’s perfectly fine. Thanks for watching!
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Usually as much as he can eat in about 30 seconds or so. Just enough to get enough but doesn't get gorged. Check his stomach to make sure it's not bulging out alot.
@robertschwartz1446
@robertschwartz1446 4 жыл бұрын
Twice a day feeding is far better than once a day. Feed the same amount but half each time
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
That works too! Thanks for Watching and commenting!
@swapniljadhav626
@swapniljadhav626 3 жыл бұрын
I am feeding then live mosquito larve and in week I skip one day . Feeding betta fish 8-10 live mosquito larve a day . Is it fine ?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, If it's working and Your betta is doing well then I wouldn't change worry about it.
@swapniljadhav626
@swapniljadhav626 3 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy thanks a lot for information. Really appreciate.
@justinrobertson4809
@justinrobertson4809 4 жыл бұрын
Hey just got a betta and thx but I feed my 3 is that ok and I be here
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
It’s fine as long as you don’t over feed. A little bulge in the belly is ok but not gorged. You’ll probably be doing more water changes as well.
@vividterror2293
@vividterror2293 4 жыл бұрын
I feed my betta 3 times a day 4 pellets each time is that okay?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Perfectly fine. If it works for you and your betta then I wouldn't change a thing.
@atikurrahman7489
@atikurrahman7489 3 жыл бұрын
what type of plant you grow in tank?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Right now I have anubias, java fern, amazon swords, wysteria, java moss and some others.
@leepearson4400
@leepearson4400 3 жыл бұрын
I feed my betta fish which i have 3 at the moment live and frozen twice a day. which can be a bit fuzzy on frozen..but I feed them bloodworm, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, diaphine ,black worms, tubifex, mosquito larva. do not feed pellets there to many filers in them for me which can make your betta bloated
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@leepearson4400
@leepearson4400 3 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy no problem
@shaikhrukhsana2315
@shaikhrukhsana2315 3 жыл бұрын
I used to give my betta dried blood worms everyday (twice a day) is it harmfull
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
That's perfectly fine.
@Goey00
@Goey00 4 жыл бұрын
Wow. I feed my betta fish 2-3 pellets every other day. The pet store said feed it 2 times per week. And a blood worm maybe once a week. I don’t know. I’m feeling guilty.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
It all depends on the fish and the size of the pellets. If they are eating 3 huge pellets and the belly bulges then you may want to keep every other day but if they are not overfed then I would feed daily. Don't feel guilty. We are all on the same journey. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@JenniferNemo-nx2qw
@JenniferNemo-nx2qw 11 ай бұрын
I feed my 11 freshwater fish and gold Inca snail one cube of bloodworm per day.
@yajunnn4004
@yajunnn4004 4 жыл бұрын
I do the same thing you do 😂😂😂
@keanneband
@keanneband 4 жыл бұрын
ok thanks
@violetgirl6741
@violetgirl6741 3 жыл бұрын
I have a betta but i feed him a lot a day is it ok? And he eats crazy :(
@Floormat-ux4rw
@Floormat-ux4rw 3 жыл бұрын
Some bettas are like goldfish in that they’ll eat until they make themselves sick. Watch their stomach like he said in the video.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't feed them too much. Check out my video on how much to feed a bettafish: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l9Zpgs-rtuC7nXU.html. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@alondramolina847
@alondramolina847 4 жыл бұрын
Pellets? As in 1/2 of those little tiny small pieces? Sorry it's my first time I get a betta
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Pellets are little round pieces of fish food. Here is an example: amzn.to/2YSOUBh Here is a video I did on what to feed a betta fish: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9R3l7aqqqjXgGQ.html Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@n00bplayersz37
@n00bplayersz37 5 жыл бұрын
How much should I feed him flakes
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Once or twice a day. Maybe a few flakes each meal. As much as he can eat in about 20-30 seconds or so. Just make sure his belly doesn’t get too big. They can gorge themselves.
@brodyw8947
@brodyw8947 5 жыл бұрын
How many pellets do you feed a Betta fish?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Brody W Hi Brody! I feed until their bellies pudge out a little. Depending on the size of the pellets, usually about 30 seconds or so. They are little pigs. Check out my video on ‘what do Betta fish eat’ to see it. The big take away is to not over feed them.
@brodyw8947
@brodyw8947 5 жыл бұрын
Tropical Fish Guy thanks
@brodyw8947
@brodyw8947 5 жыл бұрын
Tropical Fish Guy I jest got a Betta fish today and he is doing great
@theperson6770
@theperson6770 4 жыл бұрын
Im getting mine today should I feed him/her after I buy it?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
if he doesn’t seem stressed out, try a little. Sometimes they eat good if they don’t feed them at the store. If he seems uninterested, wait a day. Just don’t overfeed or pollute your tank trying to get him to eat. Good luck and thanks for watching!
@theperson6770
@theperson6770 4 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy tysm! I also have a baby and she likes to hide alot. Is that normal?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
The Chicken Love yes , it seems she is scared. Do you have her by herself or with other fish?
@theperson6770
@theperson6770 4 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy Yes, she is alone. They say to not put bettas in tanks with others bc they will attack.
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
The Chicken Love Then give her plenty of hiding spots so she feels safe and slow water flow. She will get used to her environment and start swimming around when she feels comfortable.
@STONLY
@STONLY 5 жыл бұрын
Can you go on vacation for a week and not feed? Will this affect my betta?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 5 жыл бұрын
You can probably get away with it if he’s well fed prior to leaving.
@STONLY
@STONLY 5 жыл бұрын
@@TropicalFishGuy Ok, thank you 😀
@BrohammiusMaximus
@BrohammiusMaximus 3 жыл бұрын
Is flake fish food good for betta?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Yes it is! Here is a link to a video with some of the foods I feed my Bettas. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9R3l7aqqqjXgGQ.html
@josebuendia7140
@josebuendia7140 4 жыл бұрын
i got told to only feed mine 2 a week is that true?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
There are lots of ways to do it. In nature, there is no set schedule but I would feed mine at least 3-4 x a week.
@Progaming-rc7in
@Progaming-rc7in 3 жыл бұрын
I feed my betta 6 pellets one time and feed him twice a day Is that good to him Please tell me
@broksii9035
@broksii9035 3 жыл бұрын
No no no that’s over feeding that’s how my first beta died. I recommend you using flakes or blood worms because the beta stomach is they size of there eyeball. Feed it 1 pellet a day so the time you started feeding it feed it again the same time the next day and skip one day too let there food digest.
@Progaming-rc7in
@Progaming-rc7in 3 жыл бұрын
@@broksii9035 shall I feed him baby brine shrimp
@Progaming-rc7in
@Progaming-rc7in 3 жыл бұрын
@@broksii9035 and thank you for your suggestions
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Well, It depends on how big the betta is and how big the pellets are. If they are the small micro pellets and he is a big betta then that's ok. The way to tell is if he is still wanting more food after you feed him and he is active and swimming around then it's ok. If he sinks to the bottom and doesn't move for a while then too much.
@rai_issa
@rai_issa 2 жыл бұрын
I fed my betta fish more than 10 pellets this morning 😭 and in the afternoon I noticed that he's fat! Watched many videos about bettas and saw pictures of bettas that has some bladder issues (i forgot what it's called) But my betta doesn't look fat on one side, he just looks fat/bloated. Is it okay if I don't feed him for 2 or 3 days? Any suggestions on what I can do to get him back in a better shape?
@apss5736
@apss5736 2 жыл бұрын
I feed my Betta 2 or 3 fluval bug bites and frozen foods twice a day is this to much.
@alokranjanray
@alokranjanray 2 жыл бұрын
I also feed my two betta fishes once a day at dinner time
@amberhill7427
@amberhill7427 3 жыл бұрын
What if my fish don’t come to the top to feed!
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If you are using sinking food and he eats when they sink then that's fine. As long as he eats something it's ok. Typically a betta will eat from the top as long as there is not a heavy flow of water.
@officialstvkmusic
@officialstvkmusic 3 жыл бұрын
Today I bought fighter fish or betta fish . So I gave today 12 small balls of food . So tommorow how much should I have . Please answer fast
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 3 жыл бұрын
See my video on how much to feed a betta fish for a full answer.
@Central-Intelligence-Agency47
@Central-Intelligence-Agency47 4 жыл бұрын
Nice
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@BestPlayTips
@BestPlayTips 3 жыл бұрын
You feed your betta??
@wandaeaton369
@wandaeaton369 4 жыл бұрын
What if the Betta Fish begs for more food?
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I would consider feeding him more. How much are you feeding him and what kind of food?
@kl3ighxl
@kl3ighxl 4 жыл бұрын
How much ?i only feed 6 food (small)
@TropicalFishGuy
@TropicalFishGuy 4 жыл бұрын
It varies by size of fish and fish food. You can see the belly of the fish and as long as it doesn't get too full, you will be good.
@cameronreeves4118
@cameronreeves4118 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@genesissantos7085
@genesissantos7085 2 жыл бұрын
I have a batter fish as well he’s a blue one
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