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Goldfish Varieties

Family: Cyprinidae
Assorted Goldfish Carassius auratus Photo © Animal-World

   Dr, Jungle says, "The average lifespan of the common goldfish is over 20 years and some have been known to live up to 32 years!"

   Goldfish are one of the all-time favorites of fishkeepers everywhere. They are colorful, most of the commonly available varieties are relatively easy to care for, and all types of gold fish are fun to watch!

   The goldfish available in pet stores today are descendants of a wild carp fish, known by such names as the Crucian Carp, Gibel Carp, or Golden Carp. They originated from southern China, and are one of the first aquatic animals in recorded history to be kept as pets. Although they originated in China, in the early 1600's they were exported first to Japan and then to Europe. These countries developed them into the wonderful colors and forms we see today, with the majority being developed by Oriental breeders. It is estimated that there are over 125 varieties of gold fish.

   Goldfish are a cold water fish and will do best at temperatures between 18°-22° C (65°-72° F) although some of the hardier species such as Common goldfish, Comets, Moors or Shubunkins can tolerate temperatures a few degrees above freezing!  Many people try to keep goldfish in small one or two gallon bowls with no heater or filtration. But for the best success in keeping goldfish, provide them the same filtration, especially biological filtration, that other aquarium residents enjoy.

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For more Information on keeping Goldfish see:
Guide to a Happy, Healthy Freshwater Aquarium

Common Goldfish	Comet Goldfish
Black Moor Goldfish	Bubble Eye Goldfish
Celestial Eye Goldfish	Fantail Goldfish
Lionhead Goldfish	Oranda Goldfish
Pearlscale Goldfish	Ranchu Goldfish
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Red Cap Oranda Goldfish	Ryukin Goldfish
Shubunkin (Calico) Goldfish	Telescope Goldfish
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Veiltail Goldfish
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Goldfish Types For Sale at Drs. Foster and Smith
Ryukin Goldfish- Assorted $4.99	Oranda Goldfish - Assorted $4.99 to $29.99	Panda Oranda Goldfish - Assorted  $14.99	Red Cap Oranda Goldfish  $23.99
Red Oranda Goldfish  $23.99	Crown Pearlscale $36.99	Black Moor $19.99	Telescope Goldfish Assorted $7.99

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