Shubunkin Goldfish (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asShubunkin, Calico Goldfish, London Shubunkin, Bristol Shubunkin
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size12 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-72°F, pH 7.0-8.4, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Single-tail goldfish with calico nacreous scaling in blue, red, black, and white speckling.
Difficulty and care for the Shubunkin Goldfish
Easy
Origin and habitat
Japan (domesticated)
Keeper notes
Peaceful active single-tail; best with comets and commons rather than slow fancy types.
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