Goldfish

Species in the catalogue: 27

  • Black Moor Goldfish

    Black Moor Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the varieties of Telescope Goldfish, the Black Moor stands out, known as the Black Moor Goldfish. This fish is easily recognized by its short, rounded or egg-shaped body and characteristic large eyes that…

  • Bristol Shubunkin

    Bristol Shubunkin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Bristol Shubunkin, known by its English trade name, is an artificially bred ornamental goldfish variety. Although specialists from Japan and China have traditionally been considered the leading goldfish breeders for…

  • Bubble Eye Goldfish

    Bubble Eye Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the variety of Goldfish, Bubble Eye Goldfish stand out with their unique appearance. Their distinctive feature is two water-filled sacs located directly beneath their eyes. These characteristic formations begin to…

  • Butterfly

    Butterfly

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    This relatively young goldfish breed only became widespread in the 1980s. It originated in China, although nowadays its main supplies come from Japan. This breed is the result of further selective breeding of the…

  • Celestial

    Celestial

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Celestial, or Stargazer, is a unique variety of goldfish characterized by an unusual eye structure. The eyes of this fish protrude significantly from the sides of the head and are always directed upwards. The…

  • Comet Goldfish

    Comet Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Developed in the USA in the 19th century, the Comet Goldfish is a form of the classic Goldfish. Its distinguishing features are large fins and a characteristic elongated, forked tail. This species, like its wild…

  • Crown Pearlscale

    Crown Pearlscale

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The exact year and place of origin of this goldfish variety are well-known. In 1978, in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, breeder Shigeo Watanabe developed the “Crown Pearlscale.” For several years, he diligently…

  • Egg-shaped Goldfish

    Egg-shaped Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    This variety of Goldfish, known in the West as Egg-fish Goldfish, is called Maruko in Japan. The fish owes its name to a remarkable feature—its body shape, which resembles an egg. A distinctive characteristic is its…

  • Fantail Goldfish

    Fantail Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the decorative species of aquarium fish, Fantail Goldfish and their Japanese counterparts, Ryukin, hold a special place. These fish are specifically bred for various exhibitions, showcasing their unique beauty.…

  • Goldfish

    Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Carassius auratus, or the common Goldfish, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. This fish is undoubtedly one of the most well-known and widespread aquarium inhabitants today. Its outstanding popularity is explained not…

  • Jikin

    Jikin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the many varieties of Goldfish, the Jikin is the rarest. It is almost impossible to find in amateur aquariums, as its distribution has been significantly restricted since 1958, when it was listed as a protected…

  • Lionhead Goldfish

    Lionhead Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Lionhead Goldfish attracts attention due to the unique growths forming a mane-like structure on its head. These growths are individual to each fish, and their presence is not a strict rule. Some individuals may…

  • London Shubunkin

    London Shubunkin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    London Shubunkin is the trade name for this variety of fish. It originated from selective breeding between the common Goldfish and a short-tailed form of Shubunkin. A notable distinguishing feature of this breed is…

  • Nankin

    Nankin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    This distinctive goldfish variety emerged between 1748 and 1750, developed in the Izumo region of Japan, now known as Shimane Prefecture. Despite its Japanese origin, the fish's name has deep Chinese roots. Many…

  • Oranda

    Oranda

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Oranda is an attractive and distinctive goldfish variety. Its defining feature is a large, bulbous growth on the head that resembles a cap. This growth, which usually contrasts in colour with the body, becomes…

  • Panda Goldfish

    Panda Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The trade name for this fish in English is Panda Goldfish. It encompasses several varieties, distinguished by their similar black and white body coloration. Initially, such a bicolored pattern was observed only in Black…

  • Pearlscale

    Pearlscale

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The pearlscale is a variety of goldfish distinguished by its spherical body shape and rounded, convex scales that give it a recognizable resemblance to a golf ball. These unique features are the origin of its name.…

  • Phoenix Goldfish

    Phoenix Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Phoenix Goldfish, also known by its English trade name Blue Phoenix Goldfish, stands out with its solid grey-blue body coloration, which harmoniously blends with a lighter, silvery belly. This unique variety was…

  • Pompon Goldfish

    Pompon Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The true history of the origin of Goldfish remains somewhat unclear. Nevertheless, only two countries are often cited as their possible ancestral home: Japan and China. Pompon-type goldfish have a unique characteristic…

  • Ranchu

    Ranchu

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Ranchu, also known as the Buffalo (or Ranchu Goldfish in English), holds a special place among valuable and popular aquarium inhabitants in Asia. In countries like China and Japan, there is an entire industry…

  • Redcap Oranda

    Redcap Oranda

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the many color variations of the Oranda, the Redcap Oranda Goldfish is undoubtedly the most recognizable. Its distinguishing feature is a snow-white body that brightly contrasts with the growth on its head, known…

  • Ryukin

    Ryukin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The ryukin, known in the English-speaking hobby as the Ryukin Goldfish, is a Japanese adaptation of the fantail goldfish. Although both types descend from a common ancestor, the ryukin is distinguished by its high back,…

  • Shubunkin

    Shubunkin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The history of the Shubunkin begins in Japan, where in 1892, breeder Yoshigoro Akiyama created this variety. He crossed a common Goldfish, a Calico Telescope Eye, and a single-tailed Wakin. In 1900, the new form…

  • Telescope Goldfish

    Telescope Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Without a doubt, the eyes are the most captivating feature of the Telescope Goldfish. These visual organs are prominently positioned on the sides of the head, protruding a significant distance on conical stalks.…

  • Tosakin

    Tosakin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the many goldfish varieties, the Tosakin Goldfish stands out for its unique originality. Its main asset is a luxurious fan-shaped caudal fin, which reaches its maximum spread in the horizontal plane. Therefore,…

  • Veiltail Goldfish

    Veiltail Goldfish

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    Among the numerous varieties of aquarium fish, the Veiltail Goldfish stands out for its exceptional beauty. However, it should be noted that this species is considered one of the most demanding in terms of keeping and…

  • Wakin

    Wakin

    Carassius auratus

    Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)

    The Wakin is one of the oldest artificially bred forms of Goldfish. The development of this variety occurred in China between the second and fourth centuries AD, and for many centuries, it remained unchanged. Intensive…