Can Wild-Type Betta live with Flower Shrimp?
Light caution
Why
- Flower Shrimp grows too large for most bettas to bother, but bettas vary individually — give it dense cover.
Sweet spot: both do well at 76–79°F and pH 6.5–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Wild-Type Betta | Flower Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 68–79°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 5–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 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.
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