Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – sinking goldfish pellets, gel food, blanched vegetables
Aquarium species profile
Fancy Goldfish
Carassius auratus (fancy varieties) · Captive-bred (China, Japan)
Minimum tank30 gal (single fish)
Adult size6–8"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature65–75°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Other fancy goldfish of similar swimming ability
Tank mates to avoid
Single-tail goldfish (outcompete), tropical fish, fin-nippers
Care notes
Umbrella term for double-tailed varieties (Oranda, Ryukin, Ranchu, etc.). Slow swimmers; sensitive to swim bladder issues. Sinking food preferred.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.