In this article, we look at goldfish water temperature. What temperature should goldfish water be? And how does temperature affect your fish? Goldfish are hardy fish that can survive a wide range of water conditions. This includes very cold and quite warm water. However, there are still some temperatures that are better for goldfish than … Read more
Goldfish tank size is really important! In fact, the goldfish tank size you choose when you first buy your fish is one of the most important decisions you’ll make while caring for your fish. The reason that goldfish tank size matters so much is that goldfish need a big tank. Much bigger than most people … Read more
Do goldfish need light? Well, how would you like to be kept in the dark?!
Like most animals, goldfish would not be healthy if permanently kept in dark conditions.
Unlike some fish that live deep in the sea, wild goldfish live in lakes and rivers. These relatively shallow waters are often illuminated by quite bright daylight. Therefore, the lighting conditions in your aquarium should replicate this natural environment as closely as possible.