GloFish Betta tank mates
Betta splendens
5 rated pairings from the GloFish Betta care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. GloFish Betta needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Gold Mystery Snail
Pomacea bridgesii
5 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Slow-moving snails are generally safe; bettas may nip at them occasionally but rarely cause serious harm
Ramshorn Snail
Planorbarius corneus
5 gal min · 0.75" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful snail that poses no threat and helps with algae control without competing for space
Nerite Snail
Neritina natalensis
5 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Hardy snail with a hard shell that discourages aggression; excellent algae eater for the 5-gallon setup
Use caution
2 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
Ghost Shrimp
Palaemonetes paludosus
5 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
May be viewed as food; only suitable if betta is well-fed and not overly aggressive, monitor closely
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Small shrimp may trigger hunting instinct; only attempt in heavily planted tanks where shrimp can hide
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