Calico Ryukin Goldfish

Diet: Flake, Pellets

• Maximum size: 6"


• Water temperature: 65-75° F


• Swimming level: Middle


• Experience level: Beginner


• Tank Setup: 29+ gallons, lightly planted

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Thinking about adding a goldfish to your family? You're not
alone! Every year millions of people enter the wonderful world of
Pet Parenting by starting with one of many species of goldfish.
Goldfish are hardy, fascinating fish that are fairly easy to care
for, which makes them one of the first choices for kids and
classroom pets.

Unlike tropical fish, goldfish will live in a wide range of
water temperatures. Most goldfish are peaceful and schooling fish
that mix well with other goldfish. They come in a variety of
striking colors with fascinating features like telescoping eyes and
a veiltail. They are best suited for a larger aquarium with lots of
filtration (e.g., outside power filter). The minimum aquarium size
for two adult goldfish should be 29 gallons.

Learn about Ryukin Goldfish

Omnivores

Ryukin goldfish will eat both plants and tiny, living creatures
like small aquatic crustaceans and aquatic insect larvae.

Middle swimmers

You will see these fish swimming in the middle of your
aquarium.

Aquarium fish only

Never put ryukin goldfish into a pond environment. They are at a
distinct disadvantage with predators as well as other types of
goldfish and koi.

Staple diet

Choose vegetable-based flake and pellet foods. Sinking foods are
recommended to prevent gulping air during eating. Feed according to
the directions on the packaging.

Supplements

To boost the overall health of ryukin goldfish, supplement their
diet with plenty of fresh vegetables, such as zucchini, romaine
lettuce and peas.

Décor

Decorate their aquarium sparsely with driftwood or rockwork, but be
sure to leave a large, open area in the center of the aquarium for
swimming. Since goldfish will eat live plants, opt for plastic
plants instead.

Gravel

These fish prefer fine gravel or sand substrate on the bottom of
the aquarium. Since goldfish sift through the sand in search of
food, larger grains of gravel may become lodged in their throats
and can be difficult, if not impossible, to remove.

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