Shubunkin Goldfish Under 6cm

Species Name: Carassius auratus
Common Name: Goldfish

Care Instructions:

• Temperature: 18 – 23°C
• Maximum Size: 30 cm
• Minimum Tank Size: 50 liters per Goldfish
• Temperament: Social but may nip at long-finned fish
• Shoal Size: Prefer to live in groups of their own species
• Food: Not fussy; most aquarium goldfish foods are suitable

Compatibility:

• Ideal Tank Mates:
  • Same Species: Goldfish are social and do well with others of their own kind.
  • Suitable Tank Mates: They can live with other goldfish or similar species that can tolerate cooler water temperatures and have similar care requirements.
• Avoid With:
  • Long-Finned Fish: May nip at fish with long fins.
  • Fancy Goldfish: Fancy goldfish have slower growth rates and may be out-competed for food by common goldfish.
  • Small Fish: Small or delicate species that might be intimidated or out-competed.

Diet:

• Feeding:
  • Goldfish Foods: They accept a variety of goldfish-specific foods such as flakes, pellets, and gels.
  • Variety: Include a mix of high-quality goldfish food to ensure balanced nutrition. Goldfish are generally not picky eaters.

General Information:

• Size and Growth:
  • Large Size: Goldfish can grow quite large, and each requires at least 50 liters of tank space to thrive as adults. A larger tank is ideal for their health and growth.
  • Filtered Tank: A properly filtered tank is essential as goldfish produce a lot of waste. A fishbowl is not adequate for their needs.
• Tank Environment:
  • Pond Fish: Goldfish, especially varieties like Shubunkins, can also be kept in outdoor ponds if the conditions are suitable.
  • Fancy vs. Common: Fancy goldfish and common goldfish should not be housed together due to differences in their feeding rates and care needs.

DISCLAIMER:

• In-Store Purchase Only: All live fish are only available for in-store purchase. The appearance and coloration of goldfish may vary and develop differently with age and environmental factors.