Can celestial pearl danios live with gold barbs?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and gold barbs make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–75°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–75°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Celestial pearl danio | Gold barb | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 64–75 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can celestial pearl danios live with gold barbs?
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and gold barbs make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–75°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
What temperature suits both celestial pearl danios and gold barbs?
72–75 °F. Celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F, gold barbs need 64–75 °F.
What size tank do celestial pearl danios and gold barbs need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the gold barb. Add space for each extra fish.













