Scientific Name: Carassius auratus
Native Range: Eastern Asia (China and adjoining regions)
Size: 4 to 6 cms (average). Some individuals may grow up 1 foot. Gold fish raised in ponds will tend to be larger than those raised in tanks
Food: Gold fish are omnivores, eating both plant and vegetable matter. Hence are easy to feed. Overfeeding may result in constipation. Adequate fibre content in the food is essential.
Blanched vegetables, bloodworms and shelled peas and brine shrimps are common foods
Life Expectance: 20 years
Temperament: Peaceful
pH: 7.2 to 7.6
Temperature : Goldfish are cold water. They thrive at temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius. They are however hardy and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures as long as the temperature change is gradual.
Reproduction : Oviparous (Egg laying)