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Alison Page

Alison is an aquarist with over 35 years in the hobby. Alison began her fishkeeping odyssey as a child, starting with a basic 10-gallon tank that housed two cheap "feeder" goldfish. As the fish grew, the tank was upsized, and more goldfish of different varieties were added. Today, Alison has a tropical freshwater tank that houses a happy community of barbs, corydoras, and gouramis. She also has a large setup that’s home to two huge fancy goldfish. When Alison isn’t busy checking the water parameters, trimming plants, cleaning filters, or talking to her fish (yes, she absolutely does!), you’ll find her researching the latest fish husbandry techniques, judging dressage, and writing teen pony novels.

Shubunkin Goldfish: Intro & Care Guide

2022-02-252021-03-01 by Alison Page
Close-up of the head of a Shubunkin Goldfish

Everything you need to know to look after shubunkin goldfish properly. Expert aquarist Alison Page shares her shubunkin care tips.

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Fantail Goldfish: The right way to care for fantails

2022-04-262021-02-04 by Alison Page
A fantail goldfish on a green plants background

Fantail goldfish are a type of fancy goldfish. They are easy to care for, as long as you learn their needs. Here’s what you need to know.

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Comet Goldfish: Care, size, lifespan & more

2022-02-222021-01-22 by Alison Page
A Comet goldfish on a blurred background

Our ultimate guide to the comet goldfish.

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Ranchu Goldfish: Introduction & Care Guide

2021-11-202021-01-13 by Alison Page
An orange Ranchu Goldfish on a solid blue background

Learn all about Ranchu goldfish and how to care for them properly.

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Oranda Goldfish: All you need to know

2021-11-202021-01-08 by Alison Page
A red cap Oranda Goldfish facing the camera

What are Oranda goldfish? How big do they get and how do you look after them?

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Fancy goldfish types: 20 varieties of fancy goldfish

2022-05-132020-12-28 by Alison Page
A bubble eye goldfish with very large eyes, swimming in front of a blue background

Discover some fascinating fancy goldfish types

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    HI TerraLynn, Thanks for commenting, goldfish naturally spawn in schools where they feel most comfortable in larger numbers. You will…

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