#Mustard betta fish

[nice-betta-thailand]

Betta fish Copper Mustard Gas Hawk Rosetail OHM

[mod2amaryllis]

slow day means i get to do maintenance on the work tank. algae is pretty out of control but god it's pretty 💚💚💚

[trippin-chippin]

I drew both of my betta fish, this is Hibiki (yall have seen her before)

And this is bourbon, he’s a lil silly guy.

Here’s pictures of them irl

I couldn’t get a good picture of bourbon so he just kinda looks silly.

[op3ra]

voidling

[size-two-shrimp]

ULTRAKRILL

Sisyphish (Lion's Mane Jellyfish) and Minnows (White Ribbon Eel) Prime

Glubriel (Caribbean Reef Squid)

SubmarV1ne (Longfin Mako Shark (+ Sailfish)) and SubmarV2ne (Great White Shark (+ Sailfish)) (also inspired by the little articulated snake toys)

Rambling about why I chose the beasts that I did under the cut.

Originally I was gonna use yellow tangs for Sisyphus but then I was looking at his design and was not sure how I would deal with his face while going with a fish for the tail. And then I remembered that jellies' tentacles kinda look like the way his hair does in the concept art, and while I was looking for yellow jellies I saw a lion's mane and went. Yes, that one. Very happy with the way it looks it was a lot of fun to draw.

Minos was originally gonna be a deep sea giant isopod, but after I remembered that jellyfish existed I considered going with a sea snake, couldn't find ANY naturally white snakes, thought about an albino moray, then found out about white ribbon eels (which are related to morays, very cool). He's technically the only fish unless you count the V models jkgjkhgf

Gabriel was originally gonna be a paradise/mustard gas betta but I ended up deciding that if I ever drew/wrote about them all I would be so annoyed about there being just. One freshwater fish in the ocean with saltwater creatures just,, bothered me so much that man would be In Pain. So I decided to look for color changing sea creatures, most cephalopods obviously, and one of the first ones that came up was the Caribbean reef squid. I checked to see if they could be red and they sure could so I decided that worked.

Also, his crown(?) is meant to look like gorgonian coral.

V1 was originally going to be a shortfin mako because they're slightly faster, but the silhouette was so similar that I was STRUGGLING to find differences. Longfin wasn't much better though. Regardless, mako shark because they're known for being the fastest shark and among the fastest fish.

V2 is a great white because strong scary y'know y'know. I considered dunkleosteus for the same reasons, but switched to a shark because V1 was also gonna be one and I wanted them to mostly match.

V1 and V2 both have two sailfin sails because 1. big fin to mimic their wings, 2. fast fish. Very cool.

Also the doodles on them are meant to show that the sails can fold back for speed and open to stop quick. The other one is to show that they can swap the tails out for legs if they wanted to.

[johannestevans]

Luca's Monster

Cute fiction short! A boy talks to the monster that keeps coming out from under his bed. 1.2k.

More original fic here.

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It’s 09:12PM according to the little clock that Luca insisted his mother get for him instead of any of the kid’s ones – it’s just plain and black with red text, like people have in old movies. Luca is lying in bed because he woke up at the noise, and he’s not moving because he doesn’t want it to know he’s awake.

His parents won’t believe him.

Mum even said, “Oh, Luca, we’ve got you a big boy clock – don’t you want to act like a big boy and stop believing in things that aren’t real?”

And she said sorry, after, and that she didn’t mean it, that she could call for them if he needed, except that if he calls for them or tries to get out of bed, it will know.

Luca hears the floorboards creaking and sees its shadows, always wraps himself up as tightly as he can in his blankets and closes his eyes as much as he can, waits desperately for it to go away whenever it shows up. He gets glimpses of it sometimes, its white scaly body, the thick spines running down its back, its leathery wings.

It made a noise once, a horrible chittering sound that went right through him, like if Mrs Rickson’s cat, Mustard, did its bird-chatter noise except if it was super loud and really high-pitched and horrible.

Steeling himself, Luca opens one eye.

The monster is sitting on the floor looking up at his fish tank, kind of cross-legged on top of his whale-shaped rug, and it’s softly lit by the glow of his night light. It doesn’t look exactly like they do at school when they sit cross-legged, because there are horns on its knees, but it’s close enough. When it turns its head, following one of the fish’s movements.

Luca sees that its eyes are wide as dinner plates, the pupils all stretched out just like Mustard looking at birds, and he might be scared of the monster but he loves his fish, he takes good care of them and it took ages for his parents to let him have them, especially in his room.

“You’d better not eat them!” he hisses. “You get away from them right now!”

The monster jolts, turning around and looking at him with its hackles raised and his wings spread a bit, like it’s trying to look scary and big – but really, the monster isn’t much bigger than him, even with the wings on, and without them, he’s probably even smaller.

“Aren’t you supposed to be asleep?” asks the monster sort of haughtily, his voice chittering like a bug’s.

“How am I meant to sleep when there’s a monster in my bedroom?”

“You normally seem to manage it,” mutters the monster, and peers back at the fish. “You keep these to eat them?”

“No! You mustn’t eat them! They’re my friends!”

“Oh,” says the monster. “Funny friends you have. Do you like to watch them swim about?”

Luca stares at the monster warily. “Yes,” he says. “They’re nice. They look nice.”

“Yes,” agrees the monster, examining the tank. “What are they?”

“Don’t you know?”

“Should I?”

“They’re fish.”

“Oh, right,” says the monster. “And, uh… What’s a fish?”

“How can you not know what a fish is?”

“Well, I’ve only ever seen them here. I suppose that’s how.”

“They’re… They’re animals that live in the water. They breathe in it.”

“Breathe in water?”

“Yes.”

“How do they do that?”

“They’ve got gills.”

“What’s gills?”

“You’ve really never seen a fish before?”

“Should I have?”

Luca does something he’s never done before while the monster was in his room: he gets out of bed. Wrapped in his blanket, he comes slowly over and sits beside the monster on the floor, looking cautiously back at the monster the same way he’s looking back at him.

“These are freshwater fish,” says Luca. “I wanted tropical fish but my parents were worried I wouldn’t take care of them properly.”

“What’s the difference?”

“Colours, behaviours. But the water is salty and you have to have particular temperatures and stuff to keep them healthy.” He points and says, “This is Charlie, he’s a betta fish, that’s a kind of Siamese fighting fish. But they’re quite territorial, so I had to be really careful about picking the other fish, like this is Buddy, and he’s a Kuhli loach.”

“And which one is the gills?”

“They all have gills. You see the way there’s like, a flap, here? It’s going out and then going in, kind of like when we breathe and our chests move, and that’s our lungs, except they do everything with their gills instead so they like… Filter the air out of the water with them.”

The monster doesn’t, like his parents do, interrupt and change the subject as Luca keeps talking about the fish. He doesn’t see to get bored, like his friends do at school – he listens very raptly as Luca points and explains all their behaviours and where they come from and what they’re called and why, even the ghost shrimp.

And he asks questions about the way he looks after the tank, and how he cleans it, and asks about other fish he’d like, and what tropical fish he wants and why, and says it all looks very complicated, but worthwhile.

“Don’t monsters have pets?” asks Luca.

“I don’t really know,” says the monster. “We don’t, but I haven’t met everyone in the world. Maybe it’s just us.”

This strikes Luca as being either an extremely sensible answer or the opposite, and he can’t decide which.

“Well,” he says graciously, “you can share mine, if you like. But only to look at.”

“I like looking at them,” says the monster quietly. “They’re very nice.”

“Is that why you come in my room at night?”

“I don’t really decide where I go. I like it here, though.”

“Well,” says Luca as he crawls back into bed, because his clock says it’s nearly midnight now and he’s very, very tired. “You can ask me about things, if you like, another night. About fish or— or about other things.”

The monster pauses a moment, and then asks, sort of cautiously, “Like friends?”

Luca hesitates. There’s a lot of people who don’t actually want to be his friend, even before he starts talking about fish.

“I don’t have any friends,” says the monster. “My father says it’s because I’m too insular.”

“What’s insular mean?”

“I’m not really sure. He doesn’t seem to think it’s a good thing.”

Luca says very quickly, with a kind of fake confidence to make sure the monster feels better, “Of course we’re friends.”

The monster smiles, and it’s really quite a horrible twisting of its white leathery face, but it’s not as frightening as it was before.

“Alright,” it says, turning back to look at the fish, rocking gently in place and making the shadows move on the walls, but this time it seems to Luca that it’s quite nice, actually, kind of like the reflections of the water moving. “Friends.”

It’s easier to sleep that night, curled up in the blanket with a slight smile on his lips.

Easier than it ever has been.

FIN.

[cthulhusstepmom]

Gaz is a fish person.

His collection was truly impressive before he joined the SAS and now that he's in the 141 with a semi permanent home base he has a few tanks in his room(2 planted 10gals and a blackwater 5gal, for a small community tank, a copper plakat Betta, and a mustard gas Betta).

When Price finds out about the fish he gets Gaz a goldfish(a little calico from the local Petco/smart/whatever they have in that barbaric country) and Gaz dies inside while trying to gently explain just how big of a space goldfish need to his CO (also the fact that it's a Coldwater fish and that he values the plants in his tanks thank you). He puts her in a bowl for the time being until he can return her in the morning but he wakes up to an exhausted Price telling him to go the rec room. Lo and behold there is a brand new 75 gallon tank with a huge canister filter and the highest quality Goldfish pellets money can buy.

Eventually Gaz gets three more goldfish for the 75 gallon in the rec room(once it's cycled and he's sat the team down to explain the nitrogen cycle, proper maintenance and "for the love of God let me add any fish").

An old oranda that someone was looking to re-home named Cap.

A ryukin with a ridiculously tall fin named Dawn.

And a giant black moor named Spooky.

The little calico? Her name is Monster.

[stateofgracetvacousticversion]

Yesterday I welcomed home two beautiful Koi Bettas. I already have had several bettas, and currently have one male Blue Mustard Betta (Steve).

These two beauties are named Phoebe and Not Phoebe (after Phoebe Buffay from the T.V series F.R.I.E.N.D.S).

I saw them in Pet Smart, and after doing some extensive research I decided they would make good neighbors for Steve!

I love their colours and how they are sentimental to Taylor's Koi fish guitar.

[emry-stars]

Got tagged by @leedee013 and @sade-of-spades for a "people you'd like to get to know better" so I figured I should actually do it for once 😅 ilu two

Last song I listened to: Dear Wormwood - The Oh Hellos bc I put on a playlist of their music and just let it go (big fan of the oh hellos)

Favorite color: ohhh it depends on the context but I love light teal or mustard yellow

Currently watching: I listen to random stuff YouTube recommends me bc for some reason I cannot shake this paralysis around watching/reading new media 😭

Sweet/savory/spicy: hmmmmm sweet usually

Relationship status: single, livin my best life w/ my cat

Current obsession: guess. Kidding it's aftg and my ocs

Last thing I googled: a chart of the kinds of betta fish fins for mer art purposes 💕

The thing that keeps me from doing these tag games is that I never know who to tag so I'm gonna just do what I can, and if you read this and want to do it you can say I tagged you, just tag meeee pls we can be friends

[is-the-fish-tank-big-enough]

hello wonderful fish person,

my mustard betta has been sluggish. he has attempted to eat, but spits the food out after a much or two. he has been seen lying on his side at the bottom of his tank quite often recently, and I'm beginning to notice a white patch on his underside....

I've tried doing research but it all seems overwhelming and i don't exactly know of any solid sources i can trust. do you know how i can help my Betta, Sir Samuel?

When assessing fish diseases there's some important things to consider and check off your list:

Water quality - can you test your water? Are your nitrate, nitrites, and ammonia at reasonable levels? Even if your tank is cycled something may have happened to cause a spike in ammonia (I had a plant die suddenly once and cause a mini uncycling event)

Water changes - when was the last time you've done one? Did you vacuum the substrate (if applicable)?

Consider the most common fish diseases: parasites, air bladder disease, bacterial infection, fungal infection

Consider the common diseases specifically for bettas: non wild type bettas have been selectively bred for their showy fins and colors and tend to have a poor gene pool and common diseases for them because of this involves tumors and generally short lifespans.

Bacterial and fungal infections are typical but are usually brought on by poor water quality (which weakens fish immunity, which allows opportunistic microorganisms to increase and cause harm).

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It sounds like your fish being at the bottom may be causing the belly abrasions, but I don't have eyes on your fish like you do, so I could be wrong. Lying at the bottom of the tank immediately makes me think stress or water issues. Food may be too big, unless he's previously not had issue eating it before.

I'm sure you know, but Bettas often sleep at the bottom of their tanks and when recently bought they've been known to change their colors as they grow in healthy environments.

TLDR: always check water parameters and then go from there. If you suspect it's an infection, you may be able to treat with Seachem Metroplex, but you may be shooting in the dark with medication (i.e. not a guaranteed cure). If you've only had the betta for a while, then it may be stress versus typical old age problems.

[thebossestunicycle]

ok, i’m trying my luck with fish again. this is bowie and he’s a mustard gas betta. i named him that cuz for some reason his colors remind me of the Low album cover. he’s really friendly and my cats like him a lot (he’s completely safe from them don’t worry). at first i was worried that he had popeye but after some research i think he just looks like that

[nice-betta-thailand]

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Betta fish Mustard Gas Black Pumkins Sky Hawk OHM Rosetail

[colorfulfishbreeds]

Introducing the Koi Betta: A Splash of Color and Elegance

 The Koi Betta, also known as the Siamese Fighting Fish or Betta splendens, is an enthralling aquatic creature that has won the hearts of fish enthusiasts all over the world. The Koi Betta is a captivating addition to any aquarium due to its vibrant colors, flowing fins, and intricate patterns. Their distinct appearance and endearing behavior make them a popular choice among fishkeepers. Let's delve into the world of Koi Bettas and discover what makes them so appealing.

They have a wide range of appearances and characteristics that distinguish them from other fish species. They exude grace and sophistication with their long, flowing fins that resemble the elegant kimono robes. Their vibrant colors are reminiscent of ornamental Koi fish, hence the name "Koi Betta." Their body colors and patterns can vary greatly, including shades of red, orange, yellow, white, and black, resulting in a kaleidoscope of hues. Each person has a unique combination of colors and patterns, making them look like living works of art.

Consider two examples to demonstrate the remarkable variety: the "Scarlet Sakura" and the "Golden Sunset." The Scarlet Sakura is a vibrant blend of red and white hues, with the red resembling cherry blossom petals against a snowy canvas. The Golden Sunset, on the other hand, has a stunning interplay of golden and orange tones that reflects the warm hues of a setting sun. These examples show the wide range of colors that can be displayed, making them a captivating sight to behold.

Origins to Characteristics: General Information

The Koi Betta is native to Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand and Cambodia, where they thrive in warm, shallow water.

Size: They grow to be about 2.5 to 3 inches (6.5 to 7.5 cm) long on average, including their gracefully flowing fins.

Lifespan: With proper care, can live for 2 to 4 years, though some people have been known to live longer.

Male Koi Bettas are known for their territorial and aggressive behavior, whereas females are less combative. Because of their aggressive nature, male Koi Bettas should be housed alone to avoid fighting.

They have an elongated body and their most distinguishing feature is their long, flowing fins. Their caudal (tail) fin is frequently the focal point, with intricate patterns and vibrant colors reminiscent of Koi fish fins.

Koi Bettas are available in a wide range of colors and patterns. The "Dragon Scale," with its iridescent scales resembling dragon armor; the "Mustard Gas," with a striking combination of blue and yellow hues; and the "Cellophane," with translucent fins that shimmer in the light, are all popular varieties.

Price: Koi Betta prices vary greatly depending on factors such as color, pattern, and lineage. Prices can range from $10 to $50 on average, with rare and highly sought-after specimens commanding higher prices.

Requirements for a Tranquil Haven's Habitat and Tank

Because they are native to warm, tropical regions, recreating their natural habitat is critical to their health. A single tank should be about 5 to 10 gallons (19 to 38 liters). It's critical to keep water parameters stable, such as a temperature range of 78 to 80°F (25.5 to 26.5°C) and a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5. A heater and thermometer are useful additions to keep the environment at its best.

There should be plenty of hiding places in the tank, such as caves, plants, and decorations. Live or silk plants not only add to the aesthetic appeal but also provide you with shelter. A gentle filter and regular water changes will aid in the preservation of water quality, which is essential for their health.

Feeding: A Vibrancy-Friendly Diet

They are carnivores, so their diet should consist primarily of high-quality betta pellets, frozen or live foods, and occasional treats such as bloodworms or brine shrimp. A varied diet ensures they get the nutrients they need for vibrant colors and overall well-being. Overfeeding can cause health problems, so feed them small portions once or twice a day.

Breeding: The Reproductive Dance

Breeding Koi Bettas necessitates meticulous planning and attention to detail. Males construct bubble nests at the water's surface, where females deposit their eggs. After the eggs hatch, the male guards the nest and cares for the developing fry. Breeding necessitates specific conditions, such as warm water and closely monitored parameters.

Health Concerns and Preventive Measures

They are prone to a variety of health problems, including fungal and bacterial infections, fin rot, and parasites. These problems can be avoided by maintaining clean water, providing a balanced diet, and avoiding overstocking. It's also a good idea to quarantine new fish before introducing them to your main tank to avoid disease spread.

Coexistence and Care are two special considerations.

Because of their territorial nature, they should be kept alone. They may be irritated by tankmates, particularly other Betta fish. However, with careful consideration, some peaceful community fish, such as small schooling species and bottom-dwellers, may be compatible.

Conclusion and Legal Restrictions

Before purchasing a Koi Betta, always check local regulations, as some areas have restrictions on the ownership of certain fish species.

Harmony Koi Betta Varieties

Peaceful community fish like neon tetras, corydoras catfish, and snails are good tankmates.

Gender Differences: Male vs. Female

Male and female Koi Bettas differ in terms of size, fin length, and color intensity. Males have longer fins and more vibrant colors than females.

A Comparison of Koi Betta and Standard Goldfish

While both are popular aquarium fish, they differ in size, behavior, and tank requirements. When compared to the larger and more hardy Standard Goldfish, Koi Bettas are smaller, more colorful, and better suited for smaller aquariums.

Finally, the is a captivating aquatic jewel that captivates the imagination with its stunning colors, graceful fins, and endearing behavior. Aquarists can create a vibrant and harmonious home for these remarkable fish by understanding their origins, characteristics, and care requirements.

[trippin-chippin]

I just got Hibiki and bourbon like 4 days ago bruh

WHY IS THERE A BUBBLE NEST BURJSBVYRJBVJBRSJBHRCJ

YA HIBIKI WHAT DA HECK 💀🙏

[fishbreedsblog]

Introducing the Koi Betta: A Splash of Color and Elegance

 The Koi Betta, which is also called the Siamese Fighting Fish or Betta splendens, is a beautiful fish that has won the hearts of fish lovers all over the world. The Koi Betta is a beautiful fish that is known for its bright colors, flowing fins, and intricate patterns. Their unique looks and friendly behavior make them a popular choice among fish keepers. Let's learn more about Koi Bettas and find out what makes them so interesting.

Have a lot of different looks and traits that make them different from other fish species. They give off an air of grace and sophistication with their long, flowing fins that look like the beautiful robes of a kimono. Because their bright colors look like those of Koi fish kept as decorations, they are called "Koi Betta." They can have a wide range of colors and patterns on their bodies, such as different shades of red, orange, yellow, white, and black. Each person has a unique mix of colors and patterns that makes them look like living works of art.

First, let's look at two examples of the huge variety: the "Scarlet Sakura" and the "Golden Sunset." The Scarlet Sakura is a bright mix of red and white colors. The red looks like the petals of cherry blossoms against a white background. The Golden Sunset, on the other hand, has a beautiful mix of orange and golden tones that look like the sun going down. These examples show the wide range of colors that can be shown, which makes them beautiful to look at.

Information about the whole thing, from its history to its traits

Origin: The Koi Betta comes from Southeast Asia, mostly Thailand and Cambodia, where the water is warm and shallow.

Size: They usually get about 2.5 to 3 inches (6.5 to 7.5 cm) long, which includes their beautiful fins.

Lifespan: With the right care, can live for about two to four years, though some people have lived longer.

How they act: Male Koi Bettas are known for being territorial and aggressive, but females are usually less hostile. Because they are naturally aggressive, male Koi Bettas should be kept alone to avoid fighting.

The longest part of their bodies is their tail, and their long, flowing fins are what makes them stand out. Their caudal (tail) fin is often the most noticeable part. It has beautiful patterns and bright colors that make it look like the fins of Koi fish.

Types and Colors: Koi Bettas have a lot of different patterns and colors. Some popular types are the "Dragon Scale," which has iridescent scales that look like dragon armor, the "Mustard Gas," which has a beautiful mix of blue and yellow colors, and the "Cellophane," which has clear fins that sparkle in the light.

Price: Koi Bettas can be very different prices depending on their colors, patterns, and lineage, among other things. Usually, can cost anywhere from $10 to $50, but very rare or sought-after specimens can fetch more.

Needs for Habitat and Tank: Making a Peaceful Haven

They come from warm, tropical places, so making their natural habitat is very important for their health. A 5 to 10 gallon (19 to 38 liter) tank is a good size for a single person. It's very important to keep the water stable, with a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5 and a temperature range of 78 to 80°F (25.5 to 26.5°C). A heater and thermometer are useful additions to keep the right temperature and humidity.

There should be lots of places to hide in the tank, like caves, plants, and decorations. Live or fake plants not only make a room look better, they also give you a place to hide. The water quality, which is very important for their health, can be kept up with a gentle filter and regular water changes.

Food: A Well-Balanced Diet for Energy

They eat meat, so they should mostly eat high-quality betta pellets, frozen or live foods, and treats like bloodworms or brine shrimp every once in a while. Giving them a variety of foods makes sure they get all the nutrients they need for healthy colors and overall well-being. Small meals should be given to them once or twice a day because too much food can be bad for their health.

Breeding: The Dance of Having Children

Planning ahead and paying close attention to detail are important when breeding Koi Bettas. Males make bubble nests on the surface of the water and try to get females to lay their eggs there. Once the male fertilizes the eggs, he carefully watches over the nest and takes care of the young fry. Breeding needs certain conditions, like warm water and parameters that are carefully watched.

Common health problems and ways to avoid them

They can get a lot of different health problems, like parasites, fungal and bacterial infections, and fin rot. These problems can be avoided by keeping the water clean, giving animals a balanced diet, and not having too many animals. To stop the spread of disease, you should also keep new fish in a separate tank before putting them in the main tank.

Take a look at these extra things: coexistence and care

Because they are territorial, they should be kept alone. They might not get along with other fish in the tank, especially Betta fish. But some fish that live in peaceful communities, like small schooling species and bottom-dwellers, may be able to live together with some care.

Legal Limitations and the End

Before you buy a Koi Betta, you should always check the local rules. Some areas don't allow people to own certain types of fish.

Different Types of Koi Betta for Harmony

Peaceful community fish like neon tetras, corydoras catfish, and snails get along well with each other.

Differences Between Male and Female

The male and female Koi Bettas are different in size, fin length, and color intensity. Most of the time, males have longer fins and brighter colors.

What's Different About Koi Betta and Regular Goldfish?

Both are popular choices among aquarists, but they have different needs when it comes to size, behavior, and tanks. Standard Goldfish are bigger and tougher, but Koi Bettas are smaller, more colorful, and better for smaller aquariums.

And finally, the is a beautiful aquatic jewel that captivates the mind with its stunning colors, graceful fins, and enticing behavior. Aquarists can make a vibrant and peaceful home for these amazing fish by learning about where they came from, what they look like, and how to take care of them.

[kingofaquariumsyt]

RARE midnight black mustard male Betta fish! #bettafish #aquarium