goldfish page

There are stories of Japanese emperors having Koi for generations. There are even unsubstantiated accounts of Koi living for 200 years. Koi along with other outdoor goldfish (comets and shubunkin) have proven to be extremely hearty and beautiful, and make wonderful pets for a water garden.

Goldfish tips:

All goldfish, regardless of type, require a larger then normal amount of oxygen. Make sure to prepare for this thru adequate filtration and circulation.
Goldfish are vegetarian by nature. Proper food should be given.
Goldfish are "greedy" eaters and can easily consume too much food and contaminate their own water environment. Also feed your fish only the amount of food then can consume in a few minutes. Food left floating on the top or sinking at the bottom leads to organic waste that will rapidly deteriorate their water.
If you plan on keeping your goldfish in a bowl (keep in mind many will grow too large for this, i.e. Koi and comets) remember the lack of filtration will require you to change their water weekly.
Most ornamantle goldfish can live to the age of 30 years. Unfortunately this isn't often seen due to poor water quality as a result of improper feeding
Please see a Pet Forum associate to help find the perfect goldfish for you..

Ornamental goldfish make great pets for both the beginner and well experienced aquarium keeper. The most common types sold are Fantails, (named for the broad fins) Orandas, (many of which have been bred for show) and Ryukins (known for their curved back and lack of tissue on top of head).

Fantails/Orandas/Ryukins

The Wonderful World of Goldfish

Koi

Goldfish have been one of the most popular and loved species of fish for centuries. We felt them important enough to devote an entire page to these personable, colorful fish. Whether they live in a small bowl or a 20,000 gallon pond these fun fish are smart, colorful and REALLY ENJOY EATING.

Koi are offered in many varieties; domestic and imported, solid and multi (tri) colored, butterfly and standard tail, just to name a few. Prices can range from inexpensive to extremely expensive (in excess of $10,000.00 in some specific bloodlines). The main diet is vegetable matter. Plant life such as Anacharis provides both a good nutritional source but also provides a excellent oxygen source.