Articles all about looking after goldfish properly. To understand the basics, start by reading our Introduction to Goldfish Care.
No two Shubunkin goldfish look exactly alike! In fact, it’s the fish’s unique coloration that makes them so sought after. Shubunkins come in three varieties, London, American, and Bristol Shubunkins. All types of these gorgeous fish are best kept in a pond since they can grow to an impressive size of between 12 and 18 … Read more
Oranda goldfish are popular, beautiful fish that many hobbyists would like to keep in a mixed community tank. But can Oranda goldfish live with other fish? Are Orandas aggressive fish? And how many Oranda goldfish can live together? Keep reading to learn what fish make the best Oranda goldfish tank mates. What size tank do … Read more
Comet goldfish are strikingly beautiful fish that do best when kept in large ponds in the company of other similar types of fish. But are Comets peaceful fish? How many Comets can you keep together? And can you keep Comet goldfish in a tank? Read this guide to find out what fish species make the … Read more
Black Moor goldfish are beautiful fish that make an attractive, interesting addition to any coldwater fish tank. But can Black Moors live with other fish? Are Black Moors peaceful fish? And how many Black Moors can you keep together? Read this guide to find out what fish make the best Black Moor goldfish tank mates. … Read more
The most common pairing of pond fish is probably goldfish with koi carp. Both of these fish are very similar, but they do have some subtle differences that you may need to know before pairing them with your goldies. Can Koi fish and Goldfish live in the same pond? Yes! Koi and goldfish can live … Read more
There are hundreds of thousands of different types of algae; some of these can end up growing in your aquarium. One of these is Blackbeard Algae. You may notice purple, brown or black fluffy tufts growing on the plants, glass or decor in your aquarium. But what is it? Takeaways What is black beard algae? … Read more
Aquatic snails are common in the aquarium hobby, and if you decide to have a planted aquarium, they are almost unavoidable. Snails often hitchhike on live plants and find themselves as uninvited guests to your fish tank. But are snails a simple pest to be removed, or are they a blessing in disguise? Depending on … Read more