Can I add a Betta with my setup?

[LisaC144]

Hi everyone,
I've read in this forum that people have had bettas in with swords, mollies, platies, and tetras. I have all of those in a 55 gallon community tank along with 3 common silver dollars. Do you think I can add a betta with the silver dollars? They are VERY docile and I have NEVER seen them go after any fish, including my cardinal tetras. Any opinions and feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks everyone!

[dramaqueen]

It really depends on the betta's personality whether or not he'll tolerate tankmates.

[ChristinaRoss]

how big are the silver dollars? if i remember right, i read that once they get 4" or bigger they can get aggressive, correct me if im wrong

[kelly528]

I can see the black skirts nipping him. They need to be in groups of 6 to prevent aggression towards other fish.


Also, that pleco is going to grow to a little more than a foot in length. I would suggest moving it to at least a 100 gallon or taking it back before it overstocks your tank.

[LisaC144]

The Silver Dollars are about 3". They are very docile towards the other fish now, but we'll see once they get bigger. I think I'll stick to my community setup for the time being. Thanks everyone.

[AlexXx]

Maybe a few females would work better?