Couple of questions about betta

[Tycoon]

A male and female betta in the same tank won't attack each other no matter what, right?


How do you know if a betta is male or female?



Also does a clownfish get along well with betta?

[Lupin]

Originally Posted by Tycoon

A male and female betta in the same tank won't attack each other no matter what, right?

They will and this is not advisable. Males are eager to create bubblenests and will attack the female if she is not ready to spawn. If housed in a large tank, you can have several females with one male but provide plenty of plants for the bettas to hide if attacked.

[Falina]

3-4 females per 1 male will be close to guaranteeing no agression, but not completely. 1 male and 1 female will likely lead to the death of the female.

Males have much longer fins than females and are usually much more brightly coloured.

[Rue]

I have 3 females and one male in my 25 g community tank...with LOTS of plants...

...so far, I've had no problems...

[Tycoon]

What about clownfish? You guys think they get along just fine with a betta?

[Falina]

Originally Posted by Tycoon

What about clownfish? You guys think they get along just fine with a betta?

Do you mean clown loach? Clownfish are saltwater.

[Lupin]

Clown loaches need a large tank, preferably 100 gallons. These fish can grow to 16 inches maximum and need company of their own.

[Tycoon]

oh man I meant clownfish. I didn't know they were saltwater fish. Dammit, they look gorgeous. I want nemo lol!!

[Falina]

Originally Posted by Tycoon

oh man I meant clownfish. I didn't know they were saltwater fish. Dammit, they look gorgeous. I want nemo lol!!

I'm afraid not! They are beautiful fish though - can't blame you for wanting one.