Beginner Fish Owner. NEED ADVICE and TIPS.

**vwc213** · 03-30-2013, 07:11 PM

Hi, I recently got two Comet Fish, at least I think thats what they are and I need some help on what is best for them? Also, I got a a male crowntail betta fish, can anyone help me successfully make him happy?

**KingFisher** · 03-30-2013, 07:14 PM

Can you post some more specific questions in order for people to help you? What exactly do you need to know?

**vwc213** · 03-30-2013, 07:55 PM

I recently got two Comet Goldfish from Wal-mart. I have noticed that my fish likes to sit at the bottom and not move a lot. He just doesn't seem happy. I am worried he is unhealthy. I have done research on the fish. I have found out that he could of developed some stress disorder. Do you know if my fish will be okay? is this ordinary for a Comet fish? later on, I will post pictures of them because I am not sure what type of fish they are.

**paulca** · 03-30-2013, 08:01 PM

Newbie to newbie...

First port of call would be testing the water conditions. The local pet store will probably have ammonia and nitrate tests which are pretty essential. Nirites also if the tank hasn't been stable for a while.

Assumingly you have correct tank size, filtration etc. Read up around the forum and guides there in for info on these.

**KingFisher** · 03-30-2013, 08:01 PM

More information is required in order to help you.

What is the tank size?

Did you cycle the tank before adding the fish and if so how?

What are the water parameters? (ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, Ph, temperature)

What filter do you have on the tank?