Can male bettas and angelfish live together?
With care
Male bettas and angelfish can share a tank, but there is something to watch.
Why
- Angelfish can bully a slow, long-finned betta, and some bettas flare at them. It rarely works in a tank under 40 gallons.
What each one needs
| Betta (male) | Angelfish | Both | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F (24–28°C) | 76–84°F (24–29°C) | 76–82°F (24–28°C) |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6.0–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal (19 L) | 29 gal (110 L) | 29 gal (110 L) |
| Keep at least | 1 | 1 | |
| Adult size | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
The smallest tank for both
A 29 gallons (110 L) tank holds 1 betta (male) and 1 angelfish at about 34% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.