GOLDFISH

Goldfish are hardy, personable fish that require more space and filtration than most people expect. With proper care, they can live many years and grow quite large.

CARE BASICS
    •    Tank Size:
    •    Fancy goldfish: 30+ gallons for the first, +20 gallons per additional
    •    Single-tail (Comet, Common, Shubunkin): 75+ gallons or pond
    •    Temperature: 65–74°F
    •    pH: 7.0–8.0
    •    Water Type: Very clean, well-oxygenated water

FILTRATION
    •    Heavy filtration required (goldfish are messy)
    •    Strong biological filtration + regular water changes

DIET
    •    High-quality sinking goldfish pellets
    •    Supplement with vegetables (peas, spinach)
    •    Avoid overfeeding

TANK SETUP
    •    Bare bottom or smooth sand
    •    Sturdy plants only (goldfish will uproot/eat many plants)
    •    Plenty of swimming space