Oranda Goldfish (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asOranda, Redcap Oranda
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size8 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-74°F, pH 7.0-8.4, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Round-bodied fancy goldfish with a raspberry-like fleshy hood (wen) on the head and flowing double tail.
Difficulty and care for the Oranda Goldfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
East Asia (domesticated)
Keeper notes
Peaceful but slow; keep only with other slow fancy goldfish. Head growth (wen) can obscure vision and is prone to infection.
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