Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – Koi pellets, insects, earthworms, small invertebrates; surface feeder
Aquarium species profile
Golden Orfe
Leuciscus idus (var. auratus) · Europe (widely distributed; cultivated color variety)
Minimum tank500 gal pond
Adult size24"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature39–72°F
pH range6.5–8.0
Compatible tank mates
Koi, large Goldfish, other Orfe; pond fish only at adult size
Tank mates to avoid
Warm-water tropicals, small fish (will eat), indoor aquariums at adult size
Care notes
Bright orange-gold, torpedo-shaped pond fish. Active surface feeder — spectacular to watch at feeding time. Requires high oxygen levels — needs surface agitation or waterfall. Very sensitive to low oxygen and disease treatments. Best in groups of 3+. Peaceful with same-sized fish.
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.