Can Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) live with Tiger Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Bettas vary individually — some ignore adult Tiger Shrimp, others hunt them, and shrimplets are always eaten. Provide heavy cover.
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 76–77°F.
Sweet spot: both do well at 76–77°F and pH 6.2–7.2 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) | Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 68–77°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.2–7.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 3–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 5 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish): buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Tiger Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) · …with Tiger Shrimp