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Yes. Given good water conditions, a goldfish certainly can recover lost scales. Scales on a fish are rather like your fingernail. If you pry off your fingernail (ouch!), it will still grow back eventually.
Because the skin under the scales is very delicate, be sure to treat the water with aquarium salt (or sea salt... anything but iodized salt). This helps to prevent bacterial infection and is a good environment for wound healing (in people too!).
Monitor your water daily, and keep it super clean with weekly water changes and you should be fine!
Note: Scales take a long time to grow back. Sometimes a month or more if the damage was extensive, so don't be surprised if it takes a while.
Good luck!
What else can I help you with?
Can betta fish regenerate scales?
Yes a betta fish will grow back lost scales with time and clean water.
How does the betta fish kill the goldfish?
Betta fish are very aggressive. They pick at their scales and then they're gone!
Do fins grow back after ich in betta?
Yes; fish fins can regrow and heal with amazing speed.
What causes betta fish to turn red?
Betta fish turn red due to a genetic trait that causes the production of red pigments in their scales. This trait can be influenced by factors such as diet, water quality, and stress levels.
Can you handle betta fish easily?
pretty easily with a small fish net. Don't even try with your hands. You'll probably rip it's scales off
Are Betta Fish omnivores?
No betta fish are carnivores.
What preys on betta fish?
other Betta fish and the bigger fish.
How many fish can a betta eat?
Betta fish do not eat fish.
What Can kill a betta fish other than a betta fish?
Well, if you love your Betta fish, then it should live by itself. But if you add another Betta to your current Betta fish's tank, then they will start a fight because Betta Fish are Siamese fighting fish and if one Betta is in contact of another Betta, the possible reason would be a fight between them two.
What is a betta?
A betta is a fish of the species Betta, especially Betta splendens, commonly known as the Siamese fighting fish.
Why do betta fish lose color?
Betta fish can lose color due to stress, illness, poor water quality, or aging. These factors can affect the pigmentation of their scales, causing them to appear dull or faded. It is important to address the underlying cause to help the fish regain its vibrant colors.
Can boy betta fish be with a boy betta fish?
yes
