betta fish and water parameter adjustments

[Cody]

My betta's been acting weird since I changed the water. I usually keep the temp at 78, but the pH was a bit high so I adjusted it. Now he's just sitting at the bottom. Did I mess with the params too much?

[Lynx]

Sudden pH changes can stress them out. What's the current pH, and how much did you adjust it? Also, did you use a conditioner?

[Riveno9]

My betta's been acting weird since I changed the water. I usually keep the temp at 78, but the pH was a bit high so I adjusted it. Now he's just sitting at the bottom. Did I mess with the params too much?

How long ago did you change the water? Sometimes they just need a day to chill. Also, check ammonia and nitrite levels, just in case.

[flaxton]

Yep, ammonia spikes can happen if the cycle's off. What's your tank size and filter type? Smaller tanks can swing params way faster.

[timber]

I've had this happen before. If the pH swing was more than 0.5, it's sketchy. Test the water again and maybe do a small water change with conditioned water to stabilize it.

[taezan]

Gonna echo the ammonia check. Even if the pH's fine, ammonia's a silent killer. Get a liquid test kit, strips are trash.

[leathyr]

My dude did the same thing last month. Turned out the heater was busted and the temp dropped overnight. Double-check your gear.

[florabug]

If you're using tap water, remember to dechlorinate. Chlorine's a big no-no. Also, how often do you do water changes?

[SwanLander]

I'm new to this, but my betta perked up after I added Indian almond leaves. Maybe try that?

[jasonbrick]

If you're using tap water, remember to dechlorinate. Chlorine's a big no-no. Also, how often do you do water changes?

Yep, and some conditioners also neutralize heavy metals. What brand are you using?