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Is it OK to put two betta fish together?
You should not have more than one male betta in the same tank. Betta fish are very territorial, not only will the two males end up fighting but the fact they are sharing the same space will stress your betta. Although they are still aggressive female bettas can live together in groups and they look beautiful.
Can I put a male and female betta in the same tank?
Only one male can be kept in an aquarium, as males will fight with one another (hence their common name, Siamese fighting fish). Do not mix males and females in the same tank, other than temporarily for breeding purposes.
What kinds of fish can live with a betta?
Best Betta Fish Tank Mates: What Fish Can Live With Bettas?
- Cory catfish.
- Neon and ember tetras.
- Ghost shrimp.
- African dwarf frogs.
- Guppies.
- Kuhli loaches.
Do betta fish hate each other?
Bettas, unlike other species, are not schooling fish and will fight with each other, regardless of gender. Bettas prefer to swim alone and also need a comfortable place to hide. Aquatic caves or dense, planted corners work great in making a betta feel safe.
Do betta fish want friends?
Remember: Bettas don’t need friends! They are solitary fish that prefer to keep to themselves. They aren’t going to enjoy the presence of other fish, but they may be able to live alongside them without issue.
Do betta fish love you?
Betta Fish Bonding With Their Owner Betta fish may not “love” their owners in the way that a dog or cat would show affection, but they will show a clear interest and affiliation with their owners. Bettas are also known to have good memories and can remember people despite not seeing them for several weeks or more.
What fish can live with male Bettas?
Despite their reputation, it is possible for male Bettas to coexist with other fish in a community tank. A few examples of fish that can live peacefully with Betta Fish are White Cloud Minnows, Neon Tetra, Ember Tetra, Harlequin Rasbora.
What fish can you put with beta?
Bettas do well with bottom feeders like Cory Cats, Loaches , and Plecos . Bottom feeders will leave the Bettas beautiful fins alone, and do well together. Live bearing fish, like Platies, Mollies, Guppies and Swordtails all make great tank mates for Bettas .
What is the best betta fish?
A very docile fish, the Glass Catfish does best with other fish, which also includes the Betta. Coolie Loach – This is an excellent fish to “room” with your Betta. They are peaceful and spend much of their day resting on the aquarium floor amongst the vegetation.
Can betta fish live with other fish?
Under certain conditions, your male betta can live with other fish species. A 10- or 20-gallon tank works best for keeping bettas with other fish, as bettas feel uncomfortable in large tanks where they instinctively try to defend their whole territory.