Are Mirrors bad for bettas?

Is Using A Mirror Harmful? Using a mirror isn’t going to be harmful to your betta but overusing a mirror can be. While your betta is going to become stressed when he sees his reflection it’s good stress.

Why is my betta fish fighting its reflection?

Seeing His Own Reflection Bettas are extremely territorial fish, so if he sees his own reflection he’s going to try and scare it out of his territory. If you think your betta is seeing his own reflection then not only will he be pacing up and down the side of the tank, but he’ll also be flaring.

What does a mirror do to a betta fish?

If you show your betta his reflection in an exercise mirror, you will stimulate your fish’s spawning instincts, and he will most likely start building a bubble nest. If there’s a female present in the tank, the male will be more likely to show an interest in spawning if he thinks he has competition from another male.

How often should I mirror my betta?

The exercise mirror should be placed in with your Betta for maximum 5 minutes at a time, once or twice per day.

Why does my betta flare at me?

Bettas mostly flare because something in their territory poses a threat to them, and they want to get rid of it as soon as possible. It could be another betta, tank mate, or their reflection. The threat to their territory can make them so stressed out that they cannot even eat.

What happens if you use a mirror on a Betta?

By using a mirror you’re going to make sure no other fish is going to get hurt. Once your betta is suitably riled up you can just remove the mirror. No animals will be harmed. If your betta is being hostile to other fish it could be because he has a lot of pent up aggression.

Is it OK to flaring my betta fish?

So, flaring is quite stressful for your pet, and too much of it can shorten the lifespan of a betta fish. That being said, a small amount of flaring can be beneficial for your betta, which is why betta exercise mirrors are quite popular. Why use a mirror?

Why do betta fish like to see their reflection?

When you’re using a mirror not only is your betta going to benefit but so are you! Here are some of the best reasons you should start showing your betta his reflection. Betta’s are fighting fish and they have a natural instinct to fight. If they don’t feel like they’re hunting, chasing or trying to mate then they could become depressed.

What should I do if my Betta is attacking my reflection?

If you find your betta is attacking his reflection on all sides of the tank, try modifying the ambient lighting. When he is only attacking certain sides of the tank, try changing the aquarium light. If none of this works, you should cover the sides of the aquarium.