Assorted Exotic Pearlscale Goldfish
Scientific Name: Carassius auratus
Recommended Aquarium: 10+ Gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 4 inches
Temperament: Peaceful
Ease of Care: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Native Waters: Asia
No, this fish didn’t swallow a golf ball; this is exactly how the Exotic Pearlscale Goldfish should appear. The Pearlscale, Carassius auratus, originated in England around 1900. Its’ defining characteristics are its’ round body and domed pearl looking scales. The white dentures on the scales giving it the “Pearlscale” name are caused by deposits of calcium carbonate. This variety of Goldfish is a peaceful community safe fish which gets along with others of its own species as well as other peaceful fish and they are very hardy. This breeds’ adult length is 4” and it is preferred that the body depth is greater than 2/3 of the body length. This fish requires a restricted diet because of its unnatural shape. You should feed foods such as: shelled peas, bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia and blanched green leafy vegetables. You can feed soaked flake or pellet food. These fish are assorted and will be random colors, usually calico or red.
Approximate arrival size for Assorted Exotic Pearlscale Goldfish:
4 inches
