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In het kort
- Activity may decrease and bettas rest more.
- Resting leaves near the surface and a lower water level can make reaching the surface easier.
- Colors may fade and fins may thin.
- Reduce the current and avoid conditions that make swimming harder.
- Water quality matters even more at this stage.
Bettas are considered seniors from about 3 years of age; in good conditions they can live several more years. The goal is to adapt the aquarium to a slowing fish and notice changes early.
What is happening in this stage?
- Activity and swimming time may decrease.
- Colors may fade, and fin edges may thin or curl.
- Appetite may drop and catching food may get harder.
- Rest and sleep increase.
What should you do differently?
- Resting spots: Add resting leaves and plants near the surface.
- Current: Turn down the filter flow; strong currents tire older bettas.
- Diet: Feed slowly and in small amounts; watch whether they manage to eat and remove leftovers.
- Water quality: Regular, small partial water changes; avoid sudden temperature changes.
What should you monitor?
- Water values and temperature
- Appetite and ability to catch food
- Swimming balance and resting time
- Body, scales and fins
Expected behavior
Longer rests, slower swimming and fewer bubble nests are natural parts of ageing.
Reminders
- Weekly partial water change and water test
- Daily temperature check
- Filter maintenance
De leeftijdsgrenzen zijn bij benadering; verschillen binnen een soort (zoals grootte bij honden) kunnen de overgangen vervroegen of vertragen.
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