Can betta fish live with barramundi?

Betta fish (Betta splendens) and barramundi (Lates calcarifer) are not suitable tank mates. Barramundi are a large, predatory fish that can grow up to 6 feet long, while betta fish are small, colorful fish that typically grow to only a few inches. Barramundi would likely see betta fish as food, and they could easily consume them.

In addition, betta fish are native to Southeast Asia, while barramundi are native to Australia and Southeast Asia. They have different environmental requirements, and they would not thrive in the same tank. Betta fish prefer warm, acidic water, while barramundi prefer slightly alkaline water. Betta fish also prefer densely planted tanks, while barramundi prefer open water with few obstructions.

Overall, betta fish and barramundi should not be kept together in the same tank. They have different environmental requirements, and barramundi pose a significant predation risk to betta fish.