Five gallons?

[redvines731]

Hi everyone! I just had a question. I got a betta last Sunday and he has settled in wonderfully to his new five gallon tank. We have a little bubble nest going and everything! (Proud betta mom here! :D) I was curious about adding one of the plecos. I've always been interested in them, but I'm not sure if they would work with a betta fish or not. Thanks in advance for any answers!

[ChoclateBetta]

NO all species are way to big for a five gallon. The smallest species grows five inches way to big for a five gallon. Plus Bettas should only be kept with other fish in a 10 gallon tank. I would revvomend a twenty gallon.

[redvines731]

Thanks! Just thought I'd ask.

[ChoclateBetta]

Glad you asked.

[Gale]

I've seen them get along with plecos before, but they are much too big and messy for a 5 gallon tank. 30 would be safe minimum for most species in their adult years.

Depending on the temperment of your betta and layout of your tank, you could try a snail. Just make sure to keep up with water changes as they can be quite messy as well.

[ChoclateBetta]

Shrimp will work to if careful.