HomeCompare fishDwarf botia vs Crescent betta Dwarf botia vs Crescent betta: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 25–30°C (77–86°F).A pH of 6.5–6.9 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)Side by sideDwarf botiaCrescent bettaAdult size5 cm (2 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.5–6.96.0–7.0Hardness1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf botiaYasuhikotakia sidthimunkiCrescent bettaBetta imbellis