Betta FishVSAngelfish

Can they live together? Complete Compatibility Analysis

Compatibility Score

🚫 Do Not Mix

Betta fish (Siamese Fighting Fish) are highly territorial, solitary, and slow-moving with long fins. Angelfish are cichlids that can be semi-aggressive, grow significantly larger, and are known to be fin-nippers. The Betta's flowing fins are a prime target for the Angelfish, and the Betta's aggression will be ineffective against the larger, faster Angelfish, leading to severe stress, injury, or death for the Betta.

Potential Issues

•Angelfish will likely nip at the Betta's long fins, causing injury and stress.
•Betta's territorial aggression will be provoked, leading to constant harassment and potential fatal attacks from the larger Angelfish.
•Both species can be aggressive, creating a high-stress environment unsuitable for either.

Tank Requirements

Temperature

75-82°F (overlap exists)

pH Level

6.5-7.5 (overlap exists)

Minimum Tank Size

Not Applicable - Species are incompatible.

About Betta Fish and Angelfish

When considering adding Angelfish to a tank with Betta Fish, it's crucial to understand their specific needs. Betta fish (Siamese Fighting Fish) are highly territorial, solitary, and slow-moving with long fins. Angelfish are cichlids that can be semi-aggressive, grow significantly larger, and are known to be fin-nippers. The Betta's flowing fins are a prime target for the Angelfish, and the Betta's aggression will be ineffective against the larger, faster Angelfish, leading to severe stress, injury, or death for the Betta.

Key Differences

Betta Fish: Requires 5 gallons minimum. Usually prefers tropical water conditions.
Angelfish: Requires 20 gallons minimum. Usually prefers tropical water conditions.

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