Goldfish, the most famous pond fish
The goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus) is the best-known pond fish and it feels perfectly at home in a pond. It is a color variety of the giebel (Carassius gibelio) and is an inexpensive, strong and hardy pond fish. Under the right conditions, goldfish can reach 35 cm in length. This carp-like fish was imported to Europe from China in the 17th century. In Asia, goldfish have been farmed as ornamental fish as well as consumer fish for over 4,000 years. The best known goldfish breeding forms are the Sarasa and the Comet Tail.
The common goldfish is a slow swimmer and is an omnivore. This means it eats both animal and plant foods. The larger specimens, due to their rooting in the bottom, can cause water turbidity. With goldfish, it is important to keep the population in check because goldfish reproduce quickly and easily.
As a result, after a few years there are too many fish in the pond and the pond may have problems with biological balance. Young born goldfish are black at first and change color later. In addition to orange, there are red, yellow and even white varieties.
Taking care of goldfish
Always buy goldfish in a group of at least five fish, but no more than five fish per 1,000 gallons of water.
TIP! from Velda
Keep goldfish in a group of at least five fish and place no more than five fish per 1,000 liters of water. Make sure the pond is at least 100 cm deep
For goldfish, the fish pond should be at least 100 cm deep, to keep the temperature in the pond as constant as possible for the fish to overwinter. Want more tips? Then like our Facebook page and keep following us. On this page we give tips and advice and organize fun contests where we give away free products.
Feed for the goldfish
Goldfish like easily digestible food. Special fish food has been developed for goldfish and others. We recommend feeding Rondett Fish Food or 3 Colour Pellet Food to goldfish. This food is available at any pond specialty store or garden centers. Click here to look up the nearest outlet.
Goldfish are a favorite prey for e.g. herons and cats. There are several animal-friendly solutions to protect your goldfish from hunters. This will ensure that herons and cats are kept at bay.
General data goldfish
| Name: | Goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus) |
| Length: | Up to 35 cm |
| Appearance: | Orange (but also red, yellow and white). |
| Age: | 20 to 30 years old |
| Feed: | Easily digestible high-quality feed with vitamins and minerals |
| Pond: | At least 100 cm deep, goldfish reproduce quickly |
| Protection: | Necessary! |
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