Only if it's dying of finrot. Finrot is usually bacterial and can be cured with anti bacterial medication.

it has finrot.

change the water or buy medicine.

ick clear or algae clear

it could be finrot, poor water quality, or harrasment from another fish.

That's probably its poo, that's what my goldfish did.

Their waste has to come out somewhere.

maybe finrot. may be not nvm

anchor worm. the worm can be removed with tweezers and then the bloody spot dipped once with iodine or hydrogen peroxide on a cotton swab. and then daily application of neosporin cream until the redness has gone. if the whole tank is infected, buy anchors away from any good aquarium.

the fins probably have finrot., you can get rid of it by changing the water & if that doesnt work, buy finrot medicine.:)

Your betta has finrot, and dropsy. Both of these are caused because of poor tank conditions. Bettas need at least 1 gallon of water to live in. You need to do a 50% water change, then go to your pet store and get meds for finrot and dropsy. You also need to keep the tank at a constant temp.

Hey there, Guppies can get a few nasties. Theres finrot, white spot, velvet disease, fungal infections and basically stuff like that. The most common is whitespot and finrot but its really nothing to worry about coz u can always treat it if it happens to come up. But ud want to get a hold of it early or otherwise u could risk losing a fish mate. They best way to avoid these nasties is to always have the right water conditions and do regular water changes. And also chose wisely when it comes to picking new fish. Always go for the healthy looking ones with no flaws. If there arnt and that dont have a mark, walk out and go somewhere else coz they obviously dont look after their fish. I hope that helps. If u got any more questions message me on www.myspace.com/wahbeagle cheers!

Finrot is usually caused by poor water conditions. I would be looking at the filter system, the feeding regimen and the water change routine you have established. I'm fairly sure the cause would be found in one of those vital procedures/functions.

Test your water and make sure that your ammonia, nitrates, and nitrites are at proper levels. If they are not, change 20% of your water no more often than every 2 days. Make sure to test your water before you change it again, in case you don't need to.

Once you are sure your water is at proper quality, treat with antibiotics you can buy at the pet store. Make sure to keep your water quality and filtration is in tip top shape, because fin rot usually is caused by substandard water.

They shouldn't, this is not normal. It is due to either finrot or physical damage. Finrot is caused by a bacteria (usually) or sometimes a fungus. These pathogens are opportunistic, meaning they attack fish that are already stressed or weak. The most likely cause is bad water quality. Make sure your betta's aquarium is warm enough, large enough (at LEAST 1 gallon) and maintenance is done frequently, especially if it is not filtered. Melafix or a little salt in the water will help the fins heal. If your betta is with other fish, nipping could be the cause. Many fish will nibble a betta's tail. The most likely culprits are danios, tetras and barbs and bettas should never be kept with these fish. Ideally bettas should be kept alone or in tanks containing only bottom feeders. Remove the other fish (or remove the betta to a separate tank) and treat with melafix. The other possibility is that the betta chews his own fins. They frequently chew in transit due to stress, but sometimes they do it constantly for no obvious reason. It's more common in fish that are kept in cramped or otherwise unsuitable conditions when they are young. I have a pet store cup rescue over a year old. He is a veiltail, but his fins are as short as a plakat's. As soon as they grow long enough for him to reach he chews them off again. He is in a large tank with decorations. Sometimes there is nothing you can do for fish that are psychologically damaged by poor treatment - they are only fish and are not adapted to cope with this sort of stress. Known fin chewers should not be bred as there is some evidence that the tendency to chew is hereditary.

Weak or sick fish will always be picked on. If you have a sick fish it should be in quarantine and you should be doing something about the bad water conditions that caused the fin rot in the first place. My advice is to isolate the sick fish then do a proper large water change in the main tank and then follow the basic rules that follow. 1 inch of fish need at least 1 gallon of water. :- Every tank needs a permanently running cycled filter. :- Every tank needs at least 50% of its water replaced every week. Follow the above and your fish stand a chance. Fail in any of them and I can guarantee that your fish will be constantly getting sick and they will live shortened life spans.

A bala shark's tail may be falling apart due to a condition known as fin rot, which can be caused by poor water quality, stress, or bacterial infections. It is important to address the root cause of the issue by improving water conditions, reducing stressors, and possibly treating with medication to prevent further deterioration. Consulting with a veterinarian or experienced aquarist can help determine the best course of action.

Yes, but this is the smallest recommended size for a betta. Larger tanks are recommended and some people will tell you that 2.5 or even 5 gallons is the minimum. I agree, but personally I think that it's better that the fish be kept in a one gallon tank by somebody who cares about its welfare, than left to rot in a cup by somebody who treats it like an ornament. If keeping a betta in a one gallon tank with no filtration, you will need to change half the water every second or third day to stop its waste from building up to harmful levels. Once a fortnight, you should put the betta in a large, clean cup and rinse the gravel and decorations under the tap to clean them thoroughly. Don't forget to use chlorine neutraliser whenever you change the water. If you do not overfeed your betta, this should be suitable to maintain good water quality. If he develops finrot or is always lethargic, this is a sign that the water quality is not good enough and you should do water changes more frequently.

when fish eat other fishes tails it means they are trying to show that they are boss, or it could mean you have evil fish ( lol ), but when they do this, it is because they are being bossy and want to be the gru#oup leader, but you have to be careful because it can cause diseases like fin rot