New Betta Not Eating

[Bettaneedshelp]

I bought my Betta fish, Kronk, about two weeks ago. When I first brought him home, he was eating consistently while still in his cup. I transported him to his new home two days later and he has not eaten since.

I read somewhere to try a semi-frozen pea, and he ate one bite. I tried two different foods (flakes and pellets). I have changed his water frequently and ensure that the water remains at the correct temperature.

He swims around, responds to light tapping on the glass, and reacts when he sees his reflection in a mirror. There are no signs of illness (that I can detect).

What is wrong with him?!?!?!

 

[Miss Dib Dabs]

Welcome to the forum.
Ok first thought is the move to a new tank. Does it have a filter running? If so it may be it's stressing him out. It may just be that he's not used to the extra room and is taking a little time to adjust. It's only been a few days and they can go alot longer without food. Give him some time to settle down. Try some live/frozen bloodworm or brine shrimp. Always popular. Hopefully he'll start eating again once he's settled. Beta Pro is very popular with bettas too. I've not had one turn it's nose up at it ever.
P.

 

[Bubblenester]

I agree, he's just settling in. Some bettas adapt right away to a new environment, and others take their time. It might help if you try foods that are more attractive than dry food. See if a local pet store has any live foods, and if not, pick up some frozen bloodworms. They're great to feed to your betta anyway!

Good luck!

 

[liz2]

Dont worry if he is not eating. He needs to be happy to eat. I bought a lovely CT boy just before Christmas

I had him in a small tank and he was fine, but picky over food but happy. After Christmas I rearranged my tanks and moved him to a bigger tank in the front room. He sulked for 3 days wouldn't eat, refused to flare, wouldn't do a bubble nest. In despair I moved him back to the kitchen in his smaller tank next to the other bettas, and he is happy - eating and bubble nesting. So yours will eat when he is ready and happy.