So to conclude this article:
yes, guppies and betta fish can live in the same aquarium
. You will have a bit more work feeding your betta separately and you will also need to purchase live plants, but it is doable.
How do I introduce my betta to guppies?
Are guppies OK with bettas?
On the face of it,
guppies are peaceful fish that should get along fine with your betta, unless he's especially aggressive
. However, there are lots of considerations to take into account, not just temperament. Let's find out more in our in-depth guide to keeping guppies with your betta fish.
What fish are bettas compatible with?
A:Bettas can live with
guppies
, and they can actually be pretty compatible tank mates. Fancy, long-finned guppies will not fare as well as their more subdued feeder guppy relatives and will likely be the recipients of aggression from male bettas, so it is best to avoid the flashy fish with bright colors.
Can guppies live with other guppies?
The simple fact that Guppy fish are good community fish doesn't mean they can be housed with any other fish.
Large predatory fish, fish that nip fins, and aggressive fish are bad companions for guppies
.
How many guppies can I put in a 10 gallon tank with a betta?
The practical fishkeeping rule is one gallon per one inch of fish. So, you would be able to add 10 inches worth of guppies in a 10-gallon aquarium. You can easily keep
six male guppies
in a fish tank of this size. When the question comes to female guppies, you may keep four in your aquarium.
Do bettas get lonely?
Do They Get Lonely? Betta fish are naturally territorial and should not be housed with any other betta fish because they will fight and injure each other, often resulting in death.
They are unlikely to get lonely in their tank
; however, if they are in a small tank, they may get bored.
What can I house with my male betta?
What can I put in a 5 gallon tank with a betta?
- Ember Tetras. Ember tetras are beautiful little fish. …
- Brigittae/Chili Rasboras. Brigittae or chili rasboras are small rasbora fish that are suited to live in a 5-gallon tank. …
- Strawberry Rasboras. …
- Ramshorn Snails. …
- Least Killifish. …
- Celestial Pearl Danio. …
- Phoenix Rasboras. …
- Dwarf Rasboras.
What fish live well with guppies?
Guppies are good-natured, peaceful fish that will enjoy the company of a large variety of equally sized, peaceful freshwater fish. Perfect tank mates for guppies include
swordtails, mollies, platies, Cory catfish
, and few others I mentioned in this article.
What fish can crossbreed with guppies?
There are many fish species, which are part of the Poeciliidae family, the most common, which are also available in most fish shops are
endler guppies and mollies
. Although, both endler guppies and mollies can interbreed with common fancy guppies, in most cases their fry will not be viable.
Can I have just 1 guppy?
You might also wonder if guppies can dwell alone in a community tank or not. Well, the answer is yes!
Your lonely guppy will feel better if you keep it in a community tank with other fishes similar to its kind
. Keeping a lone guppy with other peaceful community species is a compromise; your lone guppy will be happier.
What is the lifespan of guppy fish?
Total lifespan of guppies in the wild varies greatly, but it is typically
around 2 years
.
How do I entertain my betta fish?
With patience and a little persistence, you can teach him to do things like
follow your finger, eat from your hand, swim through a hoop, play soccer, and even jump out of the water or come up to be petted
. Fish food is the best reinforcement for desired behavior.
Do bettas like mirrors?
As you probably know by now while
betta fish may not necessarily like mirrors
, they are extremely beneficial. They're going to improve your bettas wellbeing in a number of ways including: Letting them fulfill their natural instinct.
Do betta fish get excited to see you?
Bettas can be a fun pet to care for because they can also recognize the person who often feeds them.
They give their greeting to their owners by showing excitement in the way they swim and by not hiding when their owners are near.
Can I put neon tetra with betta?
But can neon tetra and betta fish coexist in the same tank peacefully? We have all heard that bettas can be aggressive and attack other fish. The short answer is yes.
In the right circumstances, neon tetra and betta fish can be tank mates
.
Can I put a snail with my betta?
Snails are great little guys to put in with bettas
. The fish probably won't even realise they're there. Make sure they aren't too little or the betta may attempt to eat them.
Can you put ghost shrimp with betta fish?
The short answer:
ghost shrimp and betta fish can live together as pets
. You can also use ghost shrimp to feed your bettas.
