Can goldfish live with rams?
Verdict
No
No. Goldfish and rams should not share a tank. Goldfish are coldwater animals (60–74°F); rams need 80–86°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerGoldfish are coldwater animals (60–74°F); rams need 80–86°F. No temperature suits both.
- Watch outWater chemistry is a squeeze. The only pH that suits both is around 7.
- Watch outA grown goldfish may treat small rams as food, especially at night.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Goldfish | German blue ram | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–74 °F | 80–86 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5–7 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 40 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | All levels | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for goldfish
Better tank mates for rams
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Questions
Can goldfish live with rams?
No. Goldfish and rams should not share a tank. Goldfish are coldwater animals (60–74°F); rams need 80–86°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both goldfish and rams?
None. Goldfish need 60–74 °F and rams need 80–86 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do goldfish and rams need together?
At least 40 gal, set by the goldfish. Add space for each extra fish.