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    Where in Texas are you?

    I was born in Houston, Grew up on Galveston Island. Currently I live in Texas City (Galveston Bay). Members of Houston Aquarium Society Houston Livebearer Association & American Livebearer Associatiopn Member BettaHabari (Houston Chapter of the IBC) & The International Betta Congress We...
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    Betta floats . . . ?

    Yes, it doesn't take a minute or two and after they swell up you can see how much room it will take in his stomach. Also there are some liquid meds that work beter if you can get him to take them internally..... so get him used to eating the softer swolen penets.
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    Bay Area Aquarium?

    University Pets on Hwy3 in webster was good but they moved a few blocks and then folded. New store Aqua Zoo is now on Hwy3 in webster is good but overcrowded with goodies. So where was Bay Area Aquarium ?
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    Where in Texas are you?

    Howdy Born in Houston, but moved south when I was 7. I grew up in Galveston, spent 6 years in the navy. Came back to Houston, moved around, Galveston, Pasadena, Nassau Bay, Dickinson, Friendswood, Dickinson, and now Texas City. Guess you could say Galveston Bay is my home.
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    Betta floats . . . ?

    eat more peas Yes, salt is small amounts is OK for your fish. The Skeptical Aquarist I use caned peas, they are already cooked & salted, but if you have fresh (raw) peas, you will need to cook and mash them so that they are bite sizs and soft. In general your betta need a high proteen diet...
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    Safari, Show & Auction

    The ALA in conjunction with the HLA presents: A Unique 4 day Fish Extravaganza Thursday 7:am May 1st. thru Sunday May 4th At the San Antonio Airport Hilton Don’t miss the Pre-registration Deadline April 15th Not one, but two Safaris to collect wild fish on Coleto Creek and The San...
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    Betta floats . . . ?

    Swim Bladder problem - feeding dry food without pre-soaking it to let it swell can cause blockage in the intestines and prevend the beta from making changes to his swim bladder. Once it hapens, it is likely to reoccur. Recomended treatment is a mushed pea or chopped green bean to help clear...
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