Betta fish have a reputation for being feisty, territorial and are generally considered to be poor tank mates—but that's not always the case.
Yes, bettas can be aggressive, especially males against other males, which is why they should generally not be kept together in the same tank
.
What fish can live with a beta?
- Kuhli Loaches. These eel-like oddball fish grow to about 3.5 inches long and are great scavengers for picking up any excess food your betta drops. …
- Ember Tetras. …
- Malaysian Trumpet Snails. …
- Harlequin Rasboras. …
- Cory Catfish.
Can betas go with other fish?
So Can You Put A Betta Fish With Other Fish?
Yes, it is possible to keep bettas with other fish
. However, it won't work in every scenario, and in some circumstances, your betta will prefer to live on their own.
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
.
How many years can a betta fish live?
2 – 5 years
Can two male betta fish live together?
No, you should never put two male Betta fish inside the same tank
, as they will swiftly become aggressive and fight to the death. They may stay peaceful for a while, but sooner or later they will fight until only one is left.
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.
How can I make my betta fish happy?
Do betta fish get along with goldfish?
Yes, betta fish can live with goldfish
, but it's not advisable due to their different habitat requirements. Moreover, they have different dietary requirements, which makes feeding them in the same tank a bit difficult.
Do bettas eat tetras?
When you're choosing tetras make sure they are adults.
Even if your betta is friendly, they're still opportunistic eaters
. That means given the chance he may still try to eat a small tetra. Check to make sure that you aren't buying a sick tetra either.
Can I have guppies with a betta?
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.
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.
How do you know a betta fish is happy?
A happy betta will swim around their tank daily
. Sometimes they will move almost lazily about, and other times they'll flit from side to side quickly. If the betta appears to have no trouble swimming and isn't leaning to the side or struggling, your betta is healthy and happy.
How can you tell how old a betta fish is?
- Has Fading Colors. Our hair color fades with old age, and so do scales. …
- Stops Making Bubble Nests (If He Ever Did) …
- Takes Frequent Naps. …
- Has Ragged/Curling Fins. …
- Has an Appearing and Disappearing White Dot. …
- Misses Food. …
- Slims Down. …
- Lower the Water.
How old are betta fish at Petsmart?
Because a Betta purchased at a pet shop is often
one year old
already. Males, in particular, are allowed to fully mature, so their fins and colors are well developed. Females may be sold at a bit younger age, but they will generally be at least six months old when offered for sale.
How do you keep multiple male bettas together?
Betta lovers will sometimes
use a “betta condo” to allow them to keep multiple males in a single aquarium
. The condo is simply a small container with dividers; walls are vented to allow water circulation through it. It hangs inside the aquarium, effectively keeping any fish inside separated from the rest of the tank.
Do betta fish recognize their owners?
Yes, betta fish recognize their owners
. Some bettas get excited and swim to the front of the tank when their owners pass by. Bettas mostly associate their owners with food and playtimes, so the more you interact with your betta fish, the more likely they'll recognize you. Betta fish can also love their owners.
How do you keep two male bettas in the same tank?
Will a betta eat shrimp?
When it comes to eating, shrimp are scavengers. So, you mostly don't have to worry about feeding them given that you're feeding your betta correctly.
Shrimp often munch on your betta's food if they don't eat quickly enough
. However, this also doesn't imply that you don't consider feeding them at all.
Can I put an algae eater in with a betta?
For a single betta and a small algae eater, we recommend a size of 8 US Gallons (30 litres) or more
. As far as algae eaters go, a Clown Pleco is a great at getting rid of algae and has a small bioload. Check out some other algae eaters that are suitable to keep with a betta in our tank mates article.
How do you introduce betta Tankmates?
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.
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 bettas like light?
Do Betta Fish like Light?
Yes, they won't like anything too intense, but a standard aquarium light is perfect
. Bettas also love aquarium plants, which need an aquarium light to grow and survive.
