Pearlscale Goldfish (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asPearlscale, Ping Pong Pearlscale, Chinshurin
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-74°F, pH 7.0-8.4, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Golfball-round fancy goldfish with raised, dome-shaped pearl-like scales.
Difficulty and care for the Pearlscale Goldfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
China (domesticated)
Keeper notes
Peaceful; very round body makes it a poor swimmer prone to swim-bladder and buoyancy problems.
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