Pet Information > ASK Experts > Pet Fish > Fish > goldfish and female bettas

goldfish and female bettas

23 14:38:10

Question
Hello Kyle! I have a female betta and a calico goldfish and I was just wondering if it okay to put them in the same tank.  

Answer
Hello Wendy,
This probably wouldnt be a good idea.
1. goldfish love to pick on bettas and in return bettas kill the goldfish.
2. goldfish are coldwater fish.
3. Bettas require 74-80 degree water temps.
There for bettas and goldfish probably wouldnt be able to stay together.
Hope This Helps
Kyle