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Can Bristlenose Pleco and Common Goldfish Live Together?

Compatible
  • Shared temperature window: 73-74°F.
  • Shared pH window: 7.0-7.5.

Side-by-side

ParameterBristlenose PlecoCommon Goldfish
Adult size5"10"
Min tank29 gal40 gal
Temperature73-81°F60-74°F
pH6.5-7.57-8.4
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
DietHerbivoreOmnivore

Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Keep at 73-74°F. Target pH 7.0-7.5.

FAQ

Can Bristlenose Pleco and Common Goldfish live together?

Compatible. Shared temperature window: 73-74°F.

What size tank do Bristlenose Pleco and Common Goldfish need together?

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

See full care guides: Bristlenose Pleco · Common Goldfish