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Can Apistogramma and Common Goldfish Live Together?

Not recommended
  • Temperature ranges do not overlap (Apistogramma: 75-83°F vs Common Goldfish: 60-74°F).
  • Shared pH window: 7.0-7.0.

Side-by-side

ParameterApistogrammaCommon Goldfish
Adult size3"10"
Min tank20 gal40 gal
Temperature75-83°F60-74°F
pH5.5-77-8.4
TemperamentSemiPeaceful
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Target pH 7.0-7.0.

FAQ

Can Apistogramma and Common Goldfish live together?

Not recommended. Temperature ranges do not overlap (Apistogramma: 75-83°F vs Common Goldfish: 60-74°F).

What size tank do Apistogramma and Common Goldfish need together?

Plan for at least 40 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.

See full care guides: Apistogramma · Common Goldfish