{"product_id":"telescope-goldfish-carassius-auratus","title":"Telescope Goldfish | Carassius auratus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Telescope Goldfish is one of the most instantly recognisable fancy goldfish, sporting dramatic protruding eyes on a deep, egg-shaped, twin-tailed body. Charming and full of character, but poor-sighted and slow, so it needs gentle tankmates, soft decor and no sharp edges to bump into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wholly domesticated fancy form with no wild population - selectively bred over centuries in China from the wild Carassius auratus (Prussian\/goldfish ancestor), which naturally inhabits cool, still to slow-flowing ponds and rivers across East Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rounded, egg-shaped body with a flowing twin tail and large, symmetrical protruding \"telescope\" eyes. Comes in solid colours (red, black, calico and more) and can develop fin length and eye size that vary noticeably between individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful and slow-moving. Its poor eyesight and limited swimming speed mean it can be easily outcompeted for food or accidentally injured by faster, sharper-finned tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn omnivore - happily eats quality goldfish pellets or flake, along with blanched vegetables and the occasional treat of bloodworm or daphnia. Feed in small, frequent amounts as they're prone to overeating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA coldwater fish, not tropical - keep in a cool, spacious, well-filtered tank (avoid a heater) with smooth decor and no sharp rocks or ornaments that could injure its eyes. Goldfish are messy, so strong filtration and regular water changes are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn egg-scatterer that spawns among fine-leaved plants or spawning mops, usually triggered by a rise in temperature in spring. Eggs and fry receive no parental care and should be separated to avoid predation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarassius auratus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTelescope Goldfish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDomesticated fancy form (China); wild ancestor native to East Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-20cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-15 years, up to 20+ with excellent care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (slow)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200+ litres, more for a group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-22°C (coldwater - no heater needed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0-8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-20 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners with a cool, spacious tank or pond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo - will happily graze on soft-leaved plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther slow-moving fancy goldfish varieties (Oranda, Ryukin, Fantail) of similar body shape and swimming ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast, sharp-finned or single-tailed goldfish (like Comets or Shubunkins), tropical fish needing warm water, and anything that might nip at its trailing eyes or fins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232821100835,"sku":"AA1611","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232821133603,"sku":"AA1734","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm)","offer_id":55232821166371,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Telescope_Goldfish_9e51f247-f292-476c-9097-de68a9c80b1a.jpg?v=1781697594","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/telescope-goldfish-carassius-auratus","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}