Want to buy this betta but..

[Nelo]

I wish I could spend money to order a nice betta online but I really am trying to save money in any way I can (even though I'm still spending lol). I saw a beautiful white betta at petco. His behavior was the best out of their selection of bettas and just glancing at him he looked great. However, upon closer inspection I saw he has little pinkish red dots around his head. I couldn't tell if they were tiny holes or discoloration.

Anyway, I chose not to buy him but I was sad to just leave him there at petco since he is so lovely. I am sure he is still there. any thoughts on what it might be? Of course I don't have the water parameters of his cup at the store..

 

[rmiller]

Bettas are very resilient fish. Knowing that he will be coming home to WAY better conditions than what he is in at the store, I would say go ahead and get him. Chances are whatever it is, it will be better within a few weeks with proper care.

 

[Mattyfelts]

Get him! He will be much better in your care and I'm sure he just needs some work!