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How big should a tank be to temporarily house goldfish fry safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Is this tank big enough/small enough to hold goldfish fry (these fish will not be in it we are just cleaning up there other tank)

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on November 16th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about your fish fry and including photos of the tank. The tank size should be adequate but also depends on the number of fry being added. Proper filtration and oxygenation will be very important. Good luck.

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