Tamasaba Goldfish: Care Guide, Lifespan and More

Tamasaba Goldfish guide

Tamasaba goldfish are a rare type of egg-shaped goldfish. These unusual fish are seldom seen in the hobby outside of their native Japan.  However, if you do manage to get hold of one of these beauties, they are relatively easy to look after, making them suitable for beginners.  Even better, these coldwater specialists are equally … Read more

Jikin Goldfish: Care Guide, Lifespan and More

Jikin Goldfish Care guide, lifespan and more

The Jikin goldfish is one of the rarest Fancy goldfish varieties. Jikins are also known as Sea Wolf, Peacock and Rokurin goldfish. These gorgeous fish have a unique four-lobed tail that’s associated with the Shachihoko dolphin statue in the Nagoya castle.  Jikins are difficult to come by outside of their native Japan and are almost … Read more

Tosakin Goldfish; Care Guide, Lifespan, and More

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The Tosakin goldfish is an extremely rare variety of the popular Fantail goldfish. Tosakins have an incredible history that you’ll learn more about later in this guide. However, from the get-go, you need to know that these goldfish are hard to find, expensive to buy, and terribly delicate. We don’t recommend the Tosakin as a … Read more

Lionchu Goldfish; Care Guide, Lifespan, and More

Lionchu Goldfish

The Lionchu is a very unusual goldfish breed that makes a great talking point when included in a Fancy goldfish collection. However, we don’t recommend these odd-looking fish for beginners. Lionchu goldfish are quite delicate creatures. The fish’s fleshy “wen” is prone to injury and infection, and the Lionchu’s poor swimming ability often leaves it … Read more

Butterfly Tail Goldfish; Care Guide, Lifespan, and More

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Butterfly Tail goldfish are a beautiful variety of Fancy goldfish well-known for their wide-lobed, spreading tail that resembles butterfly’s wings when viewed from above. Although these goldfish can live in an outdoor pond, their delicate tails can make them vulnerable to damage and infection, so they are best suited to life in a well-maintained fish … Read more