Shubunkin (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asLondon Shubunkin, Bristol Shubunkin, Calico Goldfish
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size12 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-72°F, pH 6.5-8, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Single-tail goldfish with calico (nacreous) coloration: blue, black, red, orange, and white speckling. London type has a short comet-like tail; Bristol type a large rounded heart-shaped tail.
Difficulty and care for the Shubunkin
Easy
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan / England)
Keeper notes
Peaceful single-tail; mixes well with comets and commons. Too fast for fancy goldfish tankmates.
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