Can goldfish live with fancy goldfish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Goldfish and fancy goldfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 65–74°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 65–74°Goldfish 60–74°Fancy goldfish 65–74°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Goldfish · 10 inFancy goldfish · 6 in0"2"4"6"8"10"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

GoldfishFancy goldfish
Temperature60–74 °F65–74 °F
pH7–87–8
Adult size10.0 in6.0 in
Minimum tank40 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atAll levelsAll levels
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can goldfish live with fancy goldfish?

Yes. Goldfish and fancy goldfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 65–74°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.

What temperature suits both goldfish and fancy goldfish?

65–74 °F. Goldfish need 60–74 °F, fancy goldfish need 65–74 °F.

What size tank do goldfish and fancy goldfish need together?

At least 40 gal, set by the goldfish. Add space for each extra fish.