After much consideration, I decided on platys as tankmates for my new Betta. Today I got 3 red and 3 blue platys. They seem fine together so far. I believe they're pretty easy breeders, too - it would be fun to have some fry one of these days!!
Oh yes they are. I am too Chick-hearted to do it myself but I sure do like baby fishies. (although I am at present trying to deal on a baby SISTER for Marty and Noel!!!)