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Gold Fish

  

🐟 Goldfish Care Sheet | Roxy’s Pet Shop

About Goldfish

Scientific Name: Carassius auratus
Lifespan: 10–20 years (some live longer)
Adult Size: 6–12 inches (varies by breed)
Temperament: Peaceful and social

Housing

  • Tank Size: Minimum 40 liters  for two goldfish
     
  • Setup: Freshwater aquarium with good filtration and aeration.
     
  • Substrate: Smooth gravel or sand.
     
  • Décor: Plants (live or artificial), rocks, and decorations with no sharp edges.
     

Water Conditions

  • Temperature: 18–24°C (65–75°F).
     
  • pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (7.0–8.4).
     
  • Filtration: Powerful filter to handle goldfish waste.
     
  • Water Changes: 20–30% weekly to maintain water quality.
     

Feeding

  • Diet: High-quality goldfish pellets or flakes, supplemented with occasional veggies (peas, spinach) and live/frozen foods (bloodworms, daphnia).
     
  • Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times daily, only as much as they can eat in 2–3 minutes.
     

Maintenance

  • Regular tank cleaning and water quality checks are essential to prevent disease.
     
  • Avoid overcrowding to reduce stress and illness.
     

Handling

  • Avoid handling goldfish; they have delicate scales and slime coat.
     
  • Use a soft net when moving fish.
     

🛒 Essential Shopping List

✔️ Aquarium Tank (20 gallons +)
✔️ Powerful Aquarium Filter
✔️ Aquarium Heater (optional, depending on room temp)
✔️ Thermometer
✔️ Gravel or Sand Substrate
✔️ Aquarium Plants & Decorations (smooth, no sharp edges)
✔️ High-Quality Goldfish Pellets or Flakes
✔️ Occasional Live or Frozen Foods (Bloodworms, Daphnia)
✔️ Water Test Kit (pH, ammonia, nitrites, nitrates)
✔️ Aquarium Water Conditioner
✔️ Soft Fish Net


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