Common Goldfish

Scientific name: Carassius auratus

Other names: -

Life expectancy: 10 - 15 years or longer

Size: 4 inches or 10 centimeters in a small tank but much larger in big tanks

Family: Cyprinidae

Origin: Their ancestors originated from Asia

Habitat in the wild: Slow moving rivers or still water

Colors: Orange, Redish, Yellowish

Diet: Omnivore

Breeding: Egglayer

Gender differences: -

Fish Aquarium Care

Minimum tank size: 15 gallons

Care level: Beginner

Waterflow: Fine with any waterflow levels, strong swimmers

Temperature: 65 - 72° F or 18°- 22° C

pH: 6.0-8.0

Aquarium Diet: Fine with most surface foods

School size: Fine alone, thrives in small schools

Compatibility: Peaceful, Fine with fish that won't eat them

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