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Can Bristlenose Pleco and Gold Barb Live Together?

Compatible
  • Shared temperature window: 73-79°F.
  • Shared pH window: 6.5-7.5.

Side-by-side

ParameterBristlenose PlecoGold Barb
Adult size5"3"
Min tank29 gal20 gal
Temperature73-81°F68-79°F
pH6.5-7.56-8
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
DietHerbivoreOmnivore

Recommended shared tank: 29 gallons or larger. Keep at 73-79°F. Target pH 6.5-7.5.

FAQ

Can Bristlenose Pleco and Gold Barb live together?

Compatible. Shared temperature window: 73-79°F.

What size tank do Bristlenose Pleco and Gold Barb need together?

Plan for at least 29 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.

See full care guides: Bristlenose Pleco · Gold Barb