Red Comets 2-3" Goldfish
Carassius auratus
Care Level: Easy
Max Size: 12"+
Diet: Omnivore
Temperature: 4-30C
PH: 7.0-8.0
Temperament: Peaceful
Purchase Size: 2-3"
Red Comets are one of the most widely recognised types of goldfish. They are best suited for ponds where they will live happily all year round. Sometimes they are found in aquariums, but this is not an appropriate way to house these fish unless the aquarium is particularly large as the fish themselves can potentially reach up to 30cm in size and produce an incredible amount of waste.
Goldfish make an excellent alternative for koi in smaller ponds and with proper care, they can live well over 20 years.
Like all goldfish, they are social fish and should be kept in groups. So it's important that they are kept in a suitable sized pond. Once your goldfish have settled into their new home, they will eventually learn to associate your presence with food and come to the surface when you're standing by the pond. But don't be alarmed if this doesn't happen for a few weeks. Goldfish are not suitable for small aquaria.
Food should be offered in good quality pond feed and fresh or frozen fish foods. Only give as much food as the fish will consume within 10 minutes. Any uneaten food should be retrieved from the pond to avoid any unnecessary ammonia spikes and water quality issues.
Please note that the image is for illustration purposes and the Red Comets you will receive may not be identical. These goldfish are still juveniles and have yet to colour up, so small flecks of black scales are normal and will turn orange in the coming weeks. A healthy environment and good quality food will help bring them into full colour. If you have any questions about keeping Red Comets, please don't hesitate to ask a member of staff.
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