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Yes, but this is the smallest recommended size for a betta. Larger tanks are recommended and some people will tell you that 2.5 or even 5 gallons is the minimum. I agree, but personally I think that it's better that the fish be kept in a one gallon tank by somebody who cares about its welfare, than left to rot in a cup by somebody who treats it like an ornament. If keeping a betta in a one gallon tank with no filtration, you will need to change half the water every second or third day to stop its waste from building up to harmful levels. Once a fortnight, you should put the betta in a large, clean cup and rinse the gravel and decorations under the tap to clean them thoroughly. Don't forget to use chlorine neutraliser whenever you change the water. If you do not overfeed your betta, this should be suitable to maintain good water quality. If he develops finrot or is always lethargic, this is a sign that the water quality is not good enough and you should do water changes more frequently.

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If you attempt to breed Bettas splendens in a 1 gallon tank you are doomed to fail. Sorry. The minimum sized tank to breed Bettas in successfully is around 10 gallons.

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Can 1 girl betta and 1 boy betta live in a 1 gallon tank?

actually, betas cant even be in the same tank or else they will start to kill each other. so, no.


Fish tank size?

betta fish like at least a 1 gallon tank (nothing smaller) > They can live in a community tank but with no other bettas.


How many fishes fit in a 1 gallon tank?

You can fit one betta in a 1 gallon tank, but nothing else.


Can you put a female Betta fish in a 1 gallon tank?

Yes.


1 gallon tank what type of fish can you put in it?

A 1 gallon tank could have one betta fish, but you will need to be diligent about changing the water on a regular basis. The smallest tank that should be used, even for a betta, is a 2.5 gallon tank as it at least gives the fish swimming room.


How many fish should be in a 3 gallon tank?

Only 1. Usually a Betta is all that is kept in a 3 gallon tank


What is Should you get with a 1 gallon tank A Betta fish or a variety of fish?

A betta fish would be much more suited to a 1 gallon tank than a 'variety'. You shouldn't keep much more than one fish per gallon anyway.


What fish can live with a betta in a one gallon bowl?

None. The 1 gallon bowl is already too small for the betta by itself.


What games can i play with my new betta fish in his 1 gallon tank?

Go fish


Can one girl betta and one boy betta be put in the same one gallon tank?

The male will kill the female after he spawns her. If she won't spawn he will still kill her. No male Betta will allow another Betta (male or female) to live in its vicinity. So the answer is NO.


How often should a 2 gallon tank be cleaned with 1 Betta in it?

The tank should be changed partially (25%) weekly.


Could 2 Cherry Barbs fit in a 1 gallon tank?

Not a chance. They are active fish that like living in schools and would be miserable in such a tiny tank. The only fish that could comfortably live in a tank this size is a betta. Even a betta should ideally have a bigger tank, but will be comfortable in one gallon if 70% water changes are done weekly, RELIGIOUSLY. NEVER skip a water change.