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2006-06-08 19:14:43 · answer #1 · answered by mira*de*vil 2 · 0 0

I've kept fish and worked in the fish department at PetsMart, so I can give you some good advice.

First consider the size of your pond--is adding more fish practical? While it is true you can have more coldwater fish per square inch than tropicals, goldfish are messy and pollute the water quickly.

As far as other compatbile species, minnows are great, and they keep mosquitos at bay in the summer. Koi fish are excellent, but do grow very large ( regular goldfish can even grow in excess of 12 inches) so pond size will factor into that decision. I would also advise against fancy goldfish species, as they tend to be more delicate and don't thrive as readily outdoors (especially bubble-eyes and lionheads).

In short, your choices are slim, because most fish don't tolerate temperature flucuations very well--which is why goldfish make great outdoor pond stock. Be sure that if your pond is less than three feet deep and you live in a winter freeze climate, that you have a tank indoors for your fishes while the water is frozen.

Too much info? Just food for thought I guess...

2006-06-09 03:37:13 · answer #2 · answered by BrunetteChic_15 2 · 0 0

The answer is basically the same whether it's an outdoor pond or an indoor tank...goldfish are basically only compatible with other kinds of goldfish. Their excrement acidifies the water to a point that is intolerable for most other fish. On the upside, there is quite a large variety of goldfish for outdoor ponds readily available these days. Check with your local pet supply store.

2006-06-09 02:15:55 · answer #3 · answered by jasoninvividcolor 2 · 0 0

Wow. Do not put oscars in. They will eat the goldfish.

Basically all I recommend is Koi or other types of fancy goldfish.

You can try Mollies. Some people have told me they do well in ponds.

I also recommend a plecostomus, which is an algea eater. He will get along with them all and also help keep the pond clean.

2006-06-09 02:22:43 · answer #4 · answered by Miss. Kitty 3 · 0 0

you could go to some pet store, like pet smart, and they have the fishes grouped. Goldfish are cold water fish, so they should live with other cold water fish that won't eat them, like guppies. Ask someone at your local pet store.

2006-06-09 02:15:46 · answer #5 · answered by chicabonita 2 · 0 0

Bettas, sharks, piranha, oscars. Sharks may leave them alone if you keep them fed. Bettas might not but I have been into aquariums for many years and I have my doubts.....Rule of thumb? Dont put predatory fish in.

2006-06-09 02:15:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Do not keep predatory or aggresive species with them. Its best to consult your local fish shop.

2006-06-09 02:14:33 · answer #7 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0 0

sharks, jellyfish, and piranhas. They dont go well with dolphins and sperm whales in your tank too. Um...something got to do with "ecological balance".

2006-06-09 02:15:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Any decent pet store should be able to answer that.

2006-06-09 02:16:07 · answer #9 · answered by shatterbrat 3 · 0 0

No guppies - they eat goldfish.

2006-06-09 02:14:58 · answer #10 · answered by casey54 5 · 0 0

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