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Common Goldfish

Common Goldfish

Carassius auratus

Least Concern Brackish
ความยาวสูงสุด
45.0 cm
น้ำหนักสูงสุด
2.0 kg
สี
Brilliant orange to deep golden-yellow …
ช่วงความลึก
0-20m
วงศ์
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The goldfish was one of the first fish to be domesticated, with selective breeding in China dating back over 1,000 years. Despite common misconceptions, goldfish can live 10-15 years with proper care and require far more space than a small bowl.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 45.0 cm
Maximum Weight 2.0 kg
ช่วงความลึก 0-20m

Coloration

Brilliant orange to deep golden-yellow body with a metallic sheen across all scales; domesticated forms range from white, yellow, and red to black and calico bicolor combinations.

Habitat & Distribution

Ponds, lakes, slow rivers across East Asia; introduced worldwide. Tolerates wide temperature range (10-30°C) and turbid water. Prefers shallow, vegetated areas with soft substrates. Domestic breed of Prussian carp.

ประเภทน้ำ
Brackish
ช่วงความลึก
0-20m

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Originates from rivers and lakes of eastern China and possibly Korea; domesticated for over 1,000 years. Wild relatives inhabit slow rivers, ponds, and slightly brackish estuaries across temperate East Asia.

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Conservation Status

Least Concern IUCN Red List

Common Goldfish is classified as Least Concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

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Not consumed — a classic ornamental aquarium and pond fish; its vivid color and hardy nature make it one of the world's most popular decorative species.

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การดูแลตู้ปลา

ระดับการดูแล
นิสัย
Peaceful
ขนาดตู้ขั้นต่ำ
150 ลิตร
อุณหภูมิ
10-24
ช่วง pH
6.0-8.0

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Taxonomy

อันดับ Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
วงศ์ Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows)
สายพันธุ์ Carassius auratus

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
French Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré)
Spanish Pez rojo

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Can you eat Common Goldfish?
Not consumed — a classic ornamental aquarium and pond fish; its vivid color and hardy nature make it one of the world's most popular decorative species.
How big does Common Goldfish get?
Common Goldfish can grow up to 45.0 cm long and weigh 2.0 kg.
Is Common Goldfish good for aquariums?
Common goldfish has a easy care level, a peaceful temperament, requires a minimum tank size of 150 liters.
Where is Common Goldfish found?
Originates from rivers and lakes of eastern China and possibly Korea; domesticated for over 1,000 years. Wild relatives inhabit slow rivers, ponds, and slightly brackish estuaries across temperate East Asia. Ponds, lakes, slow rivers across East Asia; introduced worldwide. Tolerates wide temperature range (10-30°C) and turbid water. Prefers shallow, vegetated areas with soft substrates. Domestic breed of
Is Common Goldfish endangered?
The conservation status of Common Goldfish is Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List.
What family does Common Goldfish belong to?
Common Goldfish (Carassius auratus) belongs to the family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).

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