Can celestial pearl danios live with silver dollars?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Celestial pearl danios and silver dollars can share a tank, but watch one thing. Silver dollars grow to 6 inches and need 75 gallons, far more than a tank set up for celestial pearl danios.
What to watch
- Watch outSilver dollars grow to 6 inches and need 75 gallons, far more than a tank set up for celestial pearl danios.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Celestial pearl danio | Silver dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 5–7 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 75 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 5+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Herbivore |
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Questions
Can celestial pearl danios live with silver dollars?
Yes, with care. Celestial pearl danios and silver dollars can share a tank, but watch one thing. Silver dollars grow to 6 inches and need 75 gallons, far more than a tank set up for celestial pearl danios.
What temperature suits both celestial pearl danios and silver dollars?
75–79 °F. Celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F, silver dollars need 75–82 °F.
What size tank do celestial pearl danios and silver dollars need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the silver dollar. Add space for each extra fish.













