Male Fighter And Guppies?

[Vectorous]

I've already got guppies in my 63 gallon tank, I'd like to put a fighter in too, can I?
 
What are the pros and cons?

 

[Alasse]

I have kept a male fighter with guppies and not had an issue with either. But having said that others have had problems, i think it purely depends on the fighter and his personality

 

[Vectorous]

I guess I can give it a go and hope for the best

 

[Ninjouzata]

Make sure you have a back up tank in case it doesn't go well.
The betta may attack the guppies or the guppies may attack him.
Or it could all be good. Keep a close watch on the tank.

 

[numbuh27]

Must be careful. My betta, Drago, was a very calm fish. i put a female guppy in his tank, and he swam off and couldn't care less. When I showed my brothers betta a guppy, he went crazy. It all just comes down to personality. The guppies also must have peaceful personalities, as they may nip the bettas fins. All depending on personalities.

 

[Tongue_Flicker]

Like oprah said, a good day is just a bad day waiting to happen so contingency plans are a must

 

[LyraGuppi]

It all depends on the temperment of your betta.

 

[Vectorous]

Got a betta in there now with about 8 guppies, all seems good so far... The betta looks quite happy swimming around..