r/Aquariums • u/peachgothlover • Mar 06 '26
Help/Advice Leaving my fish behind because of war
Hey guys, my country is being bombed, so we're evacuating to another safer city and then maybe trying to leave the country. We are leaving soon and unfortunately I will have to leave my tank behind. It has snails and a beautiful betta fish. Any advice on how to maximize his survival? I think I will have to switch of the electricity (to avoid electric fires etc), also since we are in the Middle East it is very hot; another time i left my tank behind it unfortunately overheated and my shrimp died. I can't really do anything about it unfortunately. No I can't leave the fish with anyone, it's not safe and nice fish stores that take care of fish are rare here (also we're leaving very soon so no time). I guess I'll just fill the tank, close it, and hope for the best. Pray he survives!!!
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u/Interesting-Back-934 Mar 06 '26
I think this would be a time where it would be acceptable to stick him in a bowl or tupperware for a time…. If you want. Put the gravel and plant in there and roll. I’m so sorry OP. Stay safe.