Can goldfish live with odessa barbs?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Goldfish and odessa barbs get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 70–74°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.

GoldfishGoldfish60–74°F · pH 7–8 Odessa barbOdessa barb70–79°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 70–74°Goldfish 60–74°Odessa barb 70–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 7–7.5Goldfish 7–8Odessa barb 6–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Goldfish · 10 inOdessa barb · 3 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

GoldfishOdessa barb
Temperature60–74 °F70–79 °F
pH7–86–7.5
Adult size10.0 in3.0 in
Minimum tank40 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atAll levelsMiddle
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 6+
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can goldfish live with odessa barbs?

Yes. Goldfish and odessa barbs get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 70–74°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.

What temperature suits both goldfish and odessa barbs?

70–74 °F. Goldfish need 60–74 °F, odessa barbs need 70–79 °F.

What size tank do goldfish and odessa barbs need together?

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