Betta (male) Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a Betta (male) share its water (76-82°F, pH 6.5-7.5), suit its aggressive temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten. Because the Betta (male) is aggressive, choose tankmates very carefully and keep a backup plan.
Best tank mates
Pick peaceful species that share its parameters.
Avoid these
Ember Tetra
Not recommended
Pygmy Corydoras
Not recommended
Celestial Pearl Danio
Not recommended
Chili Rasbora
Not recommended
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Not recommended
Common Goldfish
Not recommended
Cherry Shrimp
Not recommended
Nerite Snail
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a Betta (male)?
Peaceful species that share its water and size.
What should not be kept with a Betta (male)?
Ember Tetra, Pygmy Corydoras, Celestial Pearl Danio, Chili Rasbora and other incompatible species.
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