Can Discus Live With Goldfish?

Discus

Discus

Goldfish

Goldfish

Incompatible

Compatibility Score: 10/100

The Verdict

Temperature requirements don't overlap well (Discus: 82-88°F, Goldfish: 65-75°F)

Goldfish prefer cold water (65-75°F) while Discus needs tropical temperatures

Tips for Success

  • Minimum recommended tank size: 60 gallons

Side-by-Side Comparison

AttributeDiscusGoldfish
Adult Size
8"12"
Temperature
82-88°F65-75°F
pH Range
6-77-8.4
Min Tank Size
55G20G
Temperamentpeacefulpeaceful
Swim Levelmiddleall
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Recommended Tank Size

60+ gallons

Minimum for keeping these fish together

Also Compatible With Discus

GuppyAngelfishCorydoras CatfishCommon Pleco

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