Goldfish Assorted

Goldfish Assorted 5-7cm

**Shubunkins, Sarrasas, Yellow Comets.**

One of the earliest fish to be domesticated, the Goldfish is one of the most commonly kept aquarium fish.

Goldfish breeds vary greatly in size, body shape, fin configuration and colouration (various combinations of white, yellow, orange, red, brown, and black are known).

A 75 Litre tank is about right for one fish, but if you want more than one, you are going to need at least 40 additional Litres per adult fish. These fish get big and they produce a large amount of waste, so they need a large quantity of water. Also remember that these fish can live twenty years or longer, and will soon become a cherished pet if treated properly, so do not skimp in the tank size department.

Goldfish will need a filter because they produce so much waste, it is actually more important to have heavy-duty filtration with goldfish.

Goldfish tanks should be set up like freshwater tropical tanks, with a layer of medium-sized substrate on the bottom. Rocks and woodwork to provide hiding and resting places are a must, as is a tight-fitting glass lid and a fluorescent light.

Mixing breeds of Goldfish usually works fine, as long as you do not mix shy or vision-impaired species with the more active ones.

Goldfish are omnivores feed a varied diet of flake and frozen foods.

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Minimum Tank Size: 75 Litres
• Temperature Range 4 – 25*C