How often do you change the water in a 2.5 gallon tank? I realize the more the better on the one hand, but on the other hand by betta is severely stressed out by them. Thanks.
One of mine gets stressed out big time, but he needs it cleaning as he perks up afterwards. I tend to syphon half the water out and he doesnt seem to notice. Then put clean same temp etc water back in by tipping it on to a saucer so it doesnt disturb the water. There is nothing in bottom of his tank. just got his bridge that he rests on or under.
I do take her out when I do partial water changes (obviously I take her out for whole water changes ), because she totally flips out when there is any movement in the tank. She seems pretty calm in her little cup while I take care of business, but goes kind of nuts when she gets back into the tank (especially if i move any of her decorations).
I have to say, the saucer thing sounds like a pretty good idea. Maybe I'll try that, thanks.