Tank Mates

Believe it or not, gouramis are actually related to betta fish; they both belong to the Anabantidae family, also known as labyrinth fish after their specially modified lung organ that allows them to breathe atmospheric air. While blue gouramis are usually seen as community fish, betta fish are known as being solitary fish that can’t […]

If you’re starting to see algae in your betta fish tank, you might be considering a few different tank mates to help clean up after your betta. It is important to remember that betta fish are aggressive fish and are often best kept by themselves. However, there are some fish that will do well as

Do guppies make good tankmates for betta fish? There’s no doubt that a school of brightly colored guppies flitting around your tank makes a beautiful display that perfectly complements your betta’s spectacular looks. But are guppies and bettas a marriage made in heaven or a potential nightmare? On the face of it, guppies are peaceful

When I got my first betta fish, I thought he looked so lonely swimming around the perfect tank setup I’d spend hours putting together for him. However, bettas have a pretty bad rep when it comes to being antisocial, so I wondered, “Can bettas live with shrimp?” In this in-depth guide, I take a look

Although betta fish are much too aggressive to be kept with other male bettas, they can get lonely and bored if kept alone. So what fish make good tank mates for bettas? Well, the best companions for betta fish are small, peaceful fish that won’t hassle your betta and nip his beautiful, flowing finnage. Plus,