Watonai (Carassius auratus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCarassius auratus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asWatonai Goldfish, Wakin x Ryukin
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size10 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-72°F, pH 6.5-8, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Wakin-bodied goldfish (slim, common-type) carrying the long flowing single/double tail of a ryukin. Typically red-and-white.
Difficulty and care for the Watonai
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan)
Keeper notes
Peaceful and hardy/active; mixes with wakin and other single/long-bodied goldfish, pond-tolerant.
Log Watonai in your reef tank
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