Prognosis. In most cases, fish will regrow their fins and tails , often looking just as good as the originals in most cases. However, if you let fin rot go on too long — and it does progress quickly — more serious infections can set in and kill the fish. Why do goldfish have two … Read more
The first thing to understand about keeping Black Moors is that their unusual appearance puts them at some severe disadvantages Experts believe that Black Moors tend to suffer from poor eyesight. Their rotund bodies and long fins also mean that they tend to swim far more slowly than many other goldfish varieties. How big will … Read more
Although a fully grown Wakin is usually anywhere from 10-12 inches, they have been known to grow upwards of 18 inches in an ideal pond environment with optimal water parameters and healthy conditions. The preferred temperature range for this type of fancy goldfish is 60-78ºF. What is the rarest goldfish? The Meteor goldfish is considered … Read more
You can get a feeder goldfish from most big box stores for about $0.18 This will be your typical common or Comet goldfish. If you’re more interested in a fancy goldfish variety, you can find some at big box stores for about $5. Do gold fish need to be in pairs? Keeping at least two … Read more
Which type of goldfish is best? Comet Fantail LionHead Oranda Ryukin. These fish are hardy and a good choice for beginners Shubunkin. Known for their calico pattern, Shubunkins are very resilient and make a good first pet for new fish owners. Telescope. Aptly named for their protruding eyes Veiltail. Gorgeous, delicate and can be rather … Read more
Other factors that can affect the price include the health and hardiness of the species. That is a concern with Oranda Goldfish. You can expect to pay at least $5 or more for a healthy specimen. Are oranda goldfish expensive? Fancy goldfish species, such as the Oranda and the Lionhead, are generally considered to be … Read more
The oranda is a metallic or matte scaled goldfish that is similar in appearance to the veiltail. It has a large, long and deep body accompanied by a long quadruple tail. This four-lobed and contracted tail normally spreads out broadly when the oranda stops swimming. The back does not rise up to form a ryukin-like … Read more
The Blue Oranda is a metallic-scaled fish , closely resembling Veil Tail goldfish varieties in the shape and length of the tail The Blue Oranda is one of many varieties of what is collectively known as ornamental or fancy goldfish ; Carassius auratus auratus. What is the rarest goldfish? The Meteor goldfish is considered the … Read more
Which type of goldfish is best? Comet Fantail LionHead Oranda Ryukin. These fish are hardy and a good choice for beginners Shubunkin. Known for their calico pattern, Shubunkins are very resilient and make a good first pet for new fish owners. Telescope. Aptly named for their protruding eyes Veiltail. Gorgeous, delicate and can be rather … Read more