What fish can live with Pearlscale Goldfish?

Pearlscale Goldfish pairs well with Zebra Danio, Rosy Barb, Gold Barb, Pearl Danio, Hillstream Loach, Peppered Corydoras. Compatibility depends on tank size, water parameters, and stocking density; the full list on this page ranks every checked pairing.

Species Profile

Pearlscale Goldfish

Carassius auratus var. pearlscale

Also known as: Ping Pong Pearlscale, Golfball Goldfish

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Adult size

6″

Minimum tank

30 gal

Temperature

65–75°F

6.5–8

Schooling

Solitary OK

Water level

mid

Grows from juvenile

Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 6″ over ~2 years. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.

Diet

Sinking pellets, blanched veggies, frozen

Notes

Round body covered in pearl-like raised scales that look almost 3D. Slow swimmer especially prone to swim bladder issues; sinking food only, no flake. Pair only with similarly slow fancies in 30gal+.

Compatible Tankmates

Best tank mates for Pearlscale Goldfish

Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Pearlscale Goldfishin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.