The Fantail Goldfish Panda Oranda Fantail Goldfish 5cm is a selectively bred double-tailed strain of the common Goldfish. Fancy goldfish have long been popular aquarium pets, and are often the aquarists first venture into keeping aquarium fish.
 
Panda Oranda Fantail Goldfish 5cm
 
Given appropriate housing and care, these beautiful fish can attain quite a size and live for 15-20 years. The aquarium should be spacious with a large area for oxygen exchange; the length and width of the tank are much more important than the height in this respect. Fancy goldfish grow quickly so it is best to provide them with the largest aquarium that you can from the outset. Not only will this help to avoid stunting (and the associated health problems this can bring) but it will also provide a much safer, more stable environment for them.
 
Panda Oranda Fantail Goldfish 5cm
 
The larger the volume of water, the more stable it will be in terms of water chemistry and temperature. Fancy goldfish are notoriously messy fish; they are voracious eaters and continually stir up the substrate in their ongoing search for food - and such considerable amounts of waste can lead to water quality issues in smaller aquaria if not monitored very closely. The larger the aquarium, the better. Efficient filtration is essential, and regular partial water changes are advised in order to keep nitrate to a minimum. The water should be well-oxygenated (of particular importance during warmer spells of weather) and this is easily achieved by the use of spray-bar returns from filters, air pumps, small powerheads with flow diverter angled towards the water's surface etc, and may be aided further by the incorporation of oxygenating aquatic plants, which the fish will also enjoy nibbling at.
 
Panda Oranda Fantail Goldfish 5cm
 
Various species of coolwater tolerant plants can be added to the aquarium, but these will likely require periodic replacement due to them being uprooted/eaten - something most goldfish keepers accept and allow their fish to take pleasure in. The substrate can consist of rounded gravel or sand, and decor can include smooth rocks and ornaments with no sharp edges. Fantail Goldfish are sociable creatures and should be kept in groups, either with their own kind or with other varieties of fancy goldfish. It is best, however, to avoid keeping the standard 'single-tailed' common goldfish alongside the fancy varieties, as the common goldfish is a faster swimmer and may outcompete the fancies at feeding time. Several colour varieties of Fantail Goldfish are available, including red, red and white, yellow, and calico.
 
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