betta lazy or bored?

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allaboutfish

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i have a male crowntail betta named pheonix and he is really inactive. im wondering is he just lazy or is the 5 gallon boring for him? i considered adding some ADFs bc he was a lot more active with other fish. i also thought of upgrading him. i just really dont want him to be bored.
 

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Try giving him some "activities". I try to show mine his reflection in a mirror 2-3 times a week, I've also heard of some people putting a clean ping-pong ball in the tank for a few minutes. If those don't entertain him, I would maybe look for signs of illness... In a 5gal - its perfectly fine for just him - I wouldn't add anything unless you plan on putting him in a 10gal or higher. Good Luck!
 
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