Tank Mates

Can A Betta Fish Live With Zebra Danios? (Finally Solved!)

Traditionally, Betta fish have been kept as lone specimens in bowls that were far too small.  Thankfully that trend is now changing and people are more likely to consider keeping their Bettas in larger aquariums with tank mates. Another extremely popular fish in the hobby is the Zebra Danio.  Zebra Danios are hardy, reasonably cheap …

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Can Betta Fish Live With German Blue Rams? (Ask the Breeder)

Betta fish have long been popular in the aquarium hobby thanks to their bright coloration, hardy disposition, and personable nature.  Traditionally, Bettas have been kept as solitary specimens in small tanks, but now the trend is moving toward keeping them in a community setting with other fish.  Recently I was asked Can Betta fish live …

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Can Betta Fish Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnows? (Solved!)

White Cloud Mountain Minnows are seriously underrated in our hobby.  Whilst it is true they are extremely hardy and make an ideal fish for new fish keepers, it doesn’t mean they should be overlooked when looking for suitable tank mates for a Betta. White Cloud Mountain Minnows make excellent tank mates for a Betta fish. …

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Can Betta Fish Live With Cherry Barbs? (Finally Answered!)

Over the last 20 years, I have kept Bettas with just about every species of ‘community’ fish available.  Some combinations were more successful than others.   Betta fish and Cherry Barbs were definitely one of the most successful pairings. Betta fish and Cherry Barbs can live together in the same aquarium providing the tank offers sufficient …

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