20 Gallon Goldfish Tank

[PRW1988]

How many fish could I stock in a 20gallon LONG tank, I was thinking of getting 3 or 4, I know the general rule is 10gallons to begin with then 5 gallons for ever other goldfish. The tank will be in my Dad's garage, so I was wondering during the winter season (where I live it can get to -23C or lower...) if I could just place 1 or 2 50watt heaters in the tank and would they be fine? Or would I be better off to take them inside during the winter months to prevent any possibility of freezing?

 

[The-Wolf]

the general rule is 20 gallons for the first goldfish then 10 for every additional goldfish

 

[paul_219]

Probably u can 1 or 2 goldfish only.

 

[vinylman]

Just one in a 20G.

 

[PRW1988]

Ok... well, I've been told otherwise in the past but thanks much now I know only 2 max in that tank. Now, regarding the winter time? 1 or 2 50watt heaters in the tank? Think it'll be sufficent to keep the tank warm enough not to freeze over, but still cold enough for the goldfish?

 

[vinylman]

A coldwater tank indoors shouldn't freeze over, even in Winter. Unless you leave all your doors and windows open..........

 

[*Fishkies*]

You could add a heater just a precaution, especially since the tank will be kept in the garage and I know some garages can get quite cold! I personally would have a heater in, however keep the temperature low....

 

[Danno]

You could probably do two goldfish just remember that goldfish are bioload masters. I would suggest a filter that is recommended for a 55 gallon tank and put it on your 20.

 

[PRW1988]

Thanks much, so for the winter months I will be adding a heater as a percaution, I'll set it at the lowest setting (on this heater thats 70-72F, something like that). Hopfully all goes well and I don't end up with frozen goldfish popcicles!