Goldfish
Species in the catalogue: 27
Black Moor Goldfish
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
This interesting variety of goldfish came into being between 1748 and 1750, having been bred in the Japanese Izumo region, now known as Shimane Prefecture. Curiously, despite its Japanese origin, the fish's name has…
Oranda
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
The Oranda, also known as the Oranda Goldfish in English-speaking countries, is a very attractive and distinctive fish. Its distinguishing feature is a large head growth, resembling a cap. This growth, which usually…
Panda Goldfish
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
The Pearlscale Goldfish is a variety of Goldfish distinguished by its spherical body and rounded, protruding scales, which give it a recognizable resemblance to a golf ball. These unique features are the basis for its…
Phoenix Goldfish
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
The Ryukin, known in English-speaking countries as the Ryukin Goldfish, is a Japanese adaptation of the Nymph goldfish. Although both varieties originated from a common ancestor, the Ryukin is distinguished by a high…
Shubunkin
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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
Cyprinids (Cyprinidae)
Carassius auratus
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…