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Can Betta (male) and Nerite Snail Live Together?

Not recommended
  • Shared temperature window: 76-82°F.
  • Shared pH window: 7.0-7.5.
  • Betta (male) is large enough to eat Nerite Snail — high predation risk.
  • Bettas are unpredictable; avoid bright/long-finned tankmates and have a backup plan.
  • Betta (male) may hunt Nerite Snail, especially shrimplets.

Side-by-side

ParameterBetta (male)Nerite Snail
Adult size2.5"1"
Min tank5 gal5 gal
Temperature76-82°F65-82°F
pH6.5-7.57-8.5
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
DietCarnivoreHerbivore

Recommended shared tank: 5 gallons or larger. Keep at 76-82°F. Target pH 7.0-7.5.

FAQ

Can Betta (male) and Nerite Snail live together?

Not recommended. Shared temperature window: 76-82°F.

What size tank do Betta (male) and Nerite Snail need together?

Plan for at least 5 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.

See full care guides: Betta (male) · Nerite Snail