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Shubunkin Goldfish

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Science DictionaryCommon NameShubunkin Goldfish Other Common Names-- Scientific NameCarassius auratus species FamilyCyprinidae CommunityGoldfish ClassGoldfish Temperature32-90 ºF Swimming RangeMiddle Adult Length8-10 inches Feeding HabitsFresh spinach, zucchini, peas and lettuce. Frozen plankton, vegetable diet, daphnia, beef heart, brine shrimp, glass worms and blood worms. Tablet and Pellet foods also accepted. Live plants will be eaten, so use as a food source. CompatibilityA peaceful and schooling fish that mixes well with other goldfish. HabitatChina: Moderately decorated with rocks, plastic plants and driftwood. BreedingDuring the spawning season the male will have tubercles (small white dots, not to be confused with the disease ich) on their head, pectoral fins and gill covers. Thousands of eggs are produced and the parents are veracious egg eaters and must be removed immediately after spawning. Additional CommentsThe Shubunkin has a mottled coloration. The base color is blue with a speckled pattern of black, red, white and yellow. They are hardy and do well in outside ponds. Average lifespan is 15-25 years. 7/30/99 temp - hold for image - not linked to category
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