Goldfish
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Overview
The goldfish is a freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae of the order Cypriniformes.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 10–23°C (50–73°F) |
| pH | 6.5–8.5 |
| Adult Size | 20–30 cm (8–12 in) |
| Min Tank | 30 gallons |
| Lifespan | 10–15 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — sinking pellets, blanched vegetables, earthworms
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: *Carassius auratus (Linnaeus, 1758) * — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Goldfish — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Temperature
- 10–23°C (50–73°F)
- pH range
- 6.5–8.5
- Adult size
- 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
- Lifespan
- 10–15 years
- Origin
- Member of family Cyprinidae, order Cypriniformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —sinking pelletsblanched vegetablesearthworms