Peaceful Options That Actually Work

Not every betta will tolerate roommates — but some can thrive with the right tankmates and setup.

Safe Tankmates:

Nerite or mystery snails

Pygmy or panda corydoras

Ember tetras

Kuhli loaches

Cherry shrimp (with hiding spots)

Tank Requirements:

10+ gallons

Dense planting and hardscape for line-of-sight breaks

Gentle flow

Monitor behavior closely for first 48 hours