Lionhead Goldfish (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asLionhead
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size7 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-74°F, pH 7.0-8.4, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Dorsal-less fancy goldfish with a heavy raspberry-like head growth (wen) covering the whole head.
Difficulty and care for the Lionhead Goldfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
East Asia (domesticated)
Keeper notes
Peaceful and slow; dorsal-less so it swims poorly and must not be kept with fast goldfish.
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