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Can male bettas live together?

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No, In my experience 2 males will fight until one of them is dead. If the tank is big enough for them both to establish territory and have a place to retreat to like 100-200 gallons the fish may be able to live together in one tank, fights will happen though and either of their lives will be in jeopardy near where their territory meets.

Only if you separate them so they do not see each other. Local pet shops should be able to give you some really good advice on products available in your area.

Most likely no!!!
No, you can't. In a large (10+ gallons) and densely planted aquarium, you can. But in smaller aquariums, they will fight for territory (since they are a territorial fish) until one flees. However, in small tanks, the loser will try to go away, but there is no place for him to go. The winner does not think he is going away and kills him. When two bettas meet, they flare and try to intimidate the other. Put a mirror in the aquarium, and you will see the same effect. The betta can be kept with every other fish (except for fin nippers) peacefully.

NO Just Dont Even Try!!!!

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