Thanks, Kev. It's ironic: that's the only picture I have of that fish, compared to dozens of my others. He's so shy and reclusive, I'll probably never get another shot of him, either.

Hey congratulations on winning the photo of the month contest! Well deserved!

Thanks, Kevron. I'm sure it will be a valuable addition. Here's the thread to post it on.
tropicalfishkeeping.com/betta-fish-bowls-habitats-accessories/cycle-logs-104242/

Silly system won't let me post URLs, even to their own sites. You'll have to add http:\\www.

Hi Hallyx,

I recall reading one of your threads where u mentioned possibly starting a thread for people to post their fishless cycling journals in an effort to disclose mistakes made, as well as triumphant accomplishments, so others may learn and benefit from the information. May I post my journal since I believe my tank is just about cycled? I tried searching for the post but can't seem to locate it....

It's nice to meet a new member and novice keeper who has taken the trouble to read the stickies and advice threads, and who has learned enough to care for his fish and even cycle the tank all on his own. That is so intelligent and self-reliant.

A Betta with red fins and a black or dark body is sometimes called a "devil." That's a beautiful VT-devil you have there.

Welcome to the forum.