Can cherry shrimp live with fancy goldfish?
Verdict
No
No. Cherry shrimp and fancy goldfish should not share a tank. A fancy goldfish is big enough to swallow adult cherry shrimp.
What to watch
- Deal breakerA fancy goldfish is big enough to swallow adult cherry shrimp.
What works
- Both are fine at 65–74°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Cherry shrimp | Fancy goldfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80 °F | 65–74 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | All levels |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for cherry shrimp
Mystery snailYes
CorydorasYes
Kuhli loachYes
Amano shrimpYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Better tank mates for fancy goldfish
Questions
Can cherry shrimp live with fancy goldfish?
No. Cherry shrimp and fancy goldfish should not share a tank. A fancy goldfish is big enough to swallow adult cherry shrimp.
What temperature suits both cherry shrimp and fancy goldfish?
65–74 °F. Cherry shrimp need 65–80 °F, fancy goldfish need 65–74 °F.
What size tank do cherry shrimp and fancy goldfish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the fancy goldfish. Add space for each extra fish.







