HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Slim betta Zig-zag eel vs Slim betta: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Slim betta can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.The Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 4 times the length of a Slim betta and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideZig-zag eelSlim bettaAdult size38 cm (15 in)10 cm (3.9 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.5–7.56.5–7.5Hardness–5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)TemperamentAggressiveSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusSlim bettaBetta bellica