Can goldfish live with ramshorn snails?

Verdict

Yes, with care

Yes, with care. Goldfish and ramshorn snails can share a tank, but watch one thing. Large goldfish crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.

Goldfish60–74°F · pH 7–8

Ramshorn snail70–80°F · pH 7–8

What to watch

Watch outLarge goldfish crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.

What works

Both are fine at 70–74°F.
pH 7–8 suits both.

Water side by side

The green band is the temperature range both can live in.

The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

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

	Goldfish	Ramshorn snail
Temperature	60–74 °F	70–80 °F
pH	7–8	7–8
Adult size	10.0 in	1.0 in
Minimum tank	40 gal	5 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

All goldfish tank mates

Better tank mates for ramshorn snails

All ramshorn snail tank mates

Questions

Can goldfish live with ramshorn snails?

Yes, with care. Goldfish and ramshorn snails can share a tank, but watch one thing. Large goldfish crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.

What temperature suits both goldfish and ramshorn snails?

70–74 °F. Goldfish need 60–74 °F, ramshorn snails need 70–80 °F.

What size tank do goldfish and ramshorn snails need together?

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