How to handle Betta fish safely

riverbank · Post by **riverbank** » Mon Jun 30, 2025 11:33 pm

Aquilo23 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 30, 2025 10:34 pm How often do you all handle yours? I try to keep it to once a month max during deep cleans.

Same here. Less handling means less stress. Spot cleaning helps avoid frequent moves.

darktide · Post by **darktide** » Tue Jul 01, 2025 12:12 am

Mine's a feisty one, always flares at the cup. I've started using a bigger container so he doesn't feel trapped. Works like a charm.

luxorion · Post by **luxorion** » Tue Jul 01, 2025 2:06 am

I've had bad luck with nets too. Switched to a cup last year, and my fish seems way happier. Less fin damage for sure.

Elite · Post by **Elite** » Tue Jul 01, 2025 2:40 am

What about those mesh nets? Heard they're softer. Or is it still better to just stick with cups?

waves_4 · Post by **waves_4** » Tue Jul 01, 2025 4:06 am

Elite wrote: ↑Tue Jul 01, 2025 2:40 am What about those mesh nets? Heard they're softer. Or is it still better to just stick with cups?

Mesh is better than regular nets, but cups are still safer. Less chance of snagging.

dawnix · Post by **dawnix** » Tue Jul 01, 2025 4:41 am

I just use my hands. Sounds crazy, but if you wet them first and move slow, it's not too bad. My fish doesn't mind.

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