Can Common Goldfish Live With Zebra Danio?
Common Goldfish and Zebra Danio are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 64–74°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Common Goldfish (12") may eat or bully Zebra Danio (2").
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Trait Conflict
✗ Not Compatible
Common Goldfish is a coldwater species and should not be kept with tropical fish like Zebra Danio.
Important Notes
- Zebra Danio is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 35 gallons
| Parameter | Common Goldfish | Zebra Danio |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 50–74°F | 64–77°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Max Size | 12" | 2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | All | Top |
| Min Tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
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