{"id":808,"date":"2024-01-20T19:06:04","date_gmt":"2024-01-20T19:06:04","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2024-01-20T19:06:05","modified_gmt":"2024-01-20T19:06:05","slug":"can-betta-fish-see-in-the-dark-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bettafishworld.com\/can-betta-fish-see-in-the-dark-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Can betta fish see in the dark?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--CusAds0--><p><!--CusAds0--><\/p><!--CusAds0--><!--CusAds0--><!--CusAds0-->\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Betta_Fish_Do_Not_Fart_Because_They_Use_Air_to_Inflate_and_Deflate_Their_Bladder\">Betta Fish Do Not Fart Because They Use Air to Inflate and Deflate Their Bladder<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>\ufeffIf you\u2019re a betta fish owner, then you\u2019ve probably heard this before \u2013 don\u2019t ever feed your betta fish, as it\u2019s very likely that they will defecate all over the tank.<\/p>\n<p><!--CusAds0--><!--CusAds0--><!--CusAds0--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencemag.org\/news\/2003\/11\/farting-fish-keep-touch\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"broken_link\">The main reason why a betta fish won\u2019t fart due to lack of air to inflate and deflate their bladder is because they use air to deflate and expand their bladder and anus<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This means that when they are in water that is too warm, they don\u2019t have as much air in their tank and as such, the bacteria that live in their bodies produce less gases.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This results in them not being able to produce as much waste as they should be.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/bettafishworld.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Betta fish\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Betta fish<\/a> don\u2019t need a lot of oxygen to survive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, you must also understand that they are quite active underwater and are usually exposed to temperatures of around 60 degrees Celsius.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"The_fact_is_that_these_fish_breathe_through_gills_which_are_situated_in_between_their_dorsal_fins_and_are_attached_by_air_sacs_which_are_located_between_their_anus_and_the_ventnbsp\">The fact is that these fish breathe through gills, which are situated in between their dorsal fins and are attached by air sacs which are located between their anus and the vent.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When these two organs aren\u2019t properly balanced, bacteria from the surroundings can damage their internal organs, including their bladder and their anus.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When this happens, your betta fish won\u2019t be able to produce as much waste as they should.<\/p>\n<p>Betta \ufefffish looks like fart because if there is lack of air to deflate and expand their bladder and sometimes gas escapes, it is important to provide them with a\u00a0regular supply of air.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to do this by changing out the water in your aquarium regularly.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You may also want to provide them with a filter which will provide them with an adequate supply of oxygen as well.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s also important that you change your water frequently so that the bacteria in your tank can grow in number.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The most effective way to do this is to place a filter on your fish tank\u2019s upper portion, or on one side of your aquarium. You can do this by simply filling your tank with water and placing a filter under the water.<\/li>\n<li>However, if your tank has a filter system which is placed below the water line, you will have to take extra care when changing out the water for the next time as the filter can become clogged easily.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>If you want your betta fish to keep on having a good smell, then you must use distilled water for the water that is used for your betta tank. This type of water has no bacteria in it and this will help to preserve their health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep in mind that if you feed your betta fish on a daily basis, they will continue to eat as much as possible and this may cause them to not be able to defecate as much as they should.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Betta_Fish_buoyancy_expelled_gills_that_are_mistaken_as_a_fart_is_a_conditionnbsp\">Betta Fish buoyancy expelled gills that are mistaken as a fart is a condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you are a breeder or have a breeding pair of these fish and are dealing with this problem it is important that you know a little about the symptoms and what causes them.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img alt=\"betta fish buoyancy expelled gills which can be mistaken for a fart\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/iplih8F.jpg\"\/>\r\n<!--CusAds0-->\r\n<br \/>\n<!--CusAds0--><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The first sign that your fish may be suffering from buoyancy expelled gills is when the fish becomes lethargic or sluggish.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>This is not due to anything that is wrong with the fish at all. The fish just has lost some of the essential fatty acids that are necessary to maintain proper body function<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/petcentral.chewy.com\/how-to-spot-signs-of-distress-in-your-fish-before-its-too-late\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">It is normal for your fish to become sluggish and lethargic after eating<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>When this condition occurs, it can often cause the fish to be stressed out and depressed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A stress-induced depressed mood will manifest itself in a variety of behavioral patterns.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For example, the fish will be more prone to swim in circles rather than making progress. There is also a loss of appetite. In order to determine if this is caused by the fish having been stressed out, take a look at the water conditions in which they are kept. If the\u00a0water conditions\u00a0are poor and you find a lack of protein in the water the fish will be more likely to suffer from buoyancy expelled gills.<\/p>\n<p>If your fish continues to show these symptoms after a series of tests and medications they are probably not caused by a depressed state of mind at all.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!--CusAds0--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Instead, the fish is suffering from buoyancy expelled gills. You should know that the sooner you can correct the problem, the easier it will be to treat.<\/strong><\/p><!--CusAds0-->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"A_Few_Facts_About_Gas_That_Is_Expelled_Through_The_Buttocks_Of_The_Betta_Fish\">A Few Facts About Gas That Is Expelled Through The Buttocks Of The Betta Fish<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img alt=\"betta fish methane has to escape some other way mistaken for fart betta\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/rw9v1TO.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>The gas that is produced by the betta fish is known as ketone and the gas is released through the anus when you swim with the fish in your tank.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Ketone is a by product of the metabolism of the fish and this means that the gasses released from the f<strong>ish will have to leave some other way for it to escape and you might think the betta fish is farting<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The gas that escapes through the anus of the fish can come from anywhere, but it does have to escape somewhere. One of the possible places that gas escapes is the anal canal.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Some of the gas that escapes through the anal canal is produced by bacteria in the fish\u2019s intestines. In fact this is what causes the fish to look for an exit.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes the gas produced by the betta fish can get into the water. The bacteria that cause the gas can easily get into the water and make a home for themselves in the fish tank.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As the bacteria multiplies in the tank it will produce gases. It will be necessary to remove all the bacteria and to use some form of an anti-bacterial agent to kill off all the bacteria and other organisms.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>However, the fish will probably not be able to tell the difference between a good healthy tank and a badly managed one.<\/p>\n<p>Once the bacteria are removed, it is important to ensure that there are no other bacteria present.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You should also make sure that the tank is thoroughly aerated. If the tanks are not properly aerated they may become over-oxygenated and this can lead to the death of the fish.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The tank should also be kept in an area that is free of rocks and debris. It is also very important to provide a constant supply of fresh and clean water.<\/p>\n<p>When the betta fish is sick, it needs immediate medical attention to avoid any complications.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Once the fish is diagnosed, it should be given antibiotics so that the bacterial infection can be treated.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Another option that should be considered is to place the fish in quarantine in order to remove the bacteria from the tank and to reduce the number of bacteria in the tank.<\/p>\n<p>It should be noted that the betta fish is very sensitive and cannot live long in any environment without suffering from diseases. so it should be treated with care and you should always keep a watchful eye on your fish for any signs of stress or ill health. so that you can provide the necessary care and attention in order to ensure the healthy maintenance of your fish.\ufeff\u00a0\ufeff<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Fish_digestive_gases_are_also_called_gaseous_waste_produced_by_the_gills_and_the_intestinenbsp\">Fish digestive gases are also called gaseous waste produced by the gills and the intestine.\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are expelled in the form of watery sludge that is known as mucus. Fish\u2019s digestive gases tend to be less volatile and therefore are less easily collected and expelled than human feces.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As a result, these digestive gases tend to be deposited in the intestines, rather than being eliminated through the mouth, which is what most people would consider normal. In fish, however, these digestive gases usually dissolve with water.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\ufeffFish\u00a0produce their own fishy smell. It is this smell, along with the fact that fish have gill covers, which causes the gaseous waste to accumulate in the intestines.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Fish produce gaseous waste in several ways, some more efficiently than others.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Some fish have more efficient systems than other fish.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>This is the reason why the fish do not need to be fed in the first place.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>When a fish eats, the food particles get inside the gill. The food particles move from the gill through the gill ducts to the intestine.<\/li>\n<li>The gaseous waste produced by fish is also very easily broken down.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Since the gaseous waste has a low viscosity, this process of breaking down the waste does not require too much energy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>As a result, the fish do not need\u00a0to expend too much energy to break down the gaseous waste.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fish that have more efficient systems also tend to have fewer parasites living in their gills.<\/p>\n<p>The digestive gases produced by fish are also less volatile than human waste. Human wastes, while they may contain a number of bacteria, tend to be more volatile than fish wastes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"As_a_result_when_fish_poop_dissolves_it_has_a_shorter_duration_of_time_in_the_intestines_than_human_feces_The_duration_of_time_in_the_intestines_is_one_of_the_major_reasons_why_many_people_experience_a_fishy_odor_after_eating_fish\">As a result, when fish poop dissolves, it has a shorter duration of time in the intestines than human feces. The duration of time in the intestines is one of the major reasons why many people experience a fishy odor after eating fish.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Fish also have a greater storage capacity for fat than humans. Humans tend to have much more fat in the body than fish.\u00a0\ufeff<\/p>\n<p><strong>Although fish digestive gases are not necessarily harmful, they do cause discomfort and should be eliminated from the diet. 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