Calico Fantail Goldfish

Calico Fantail Goldfish

The calico fantail goldfish is a hardy and popular pond and aquarium species. Fantail goldfish were developed in Europe from the Ryukin goldfish and have less slope on the back and are faster swimmers. These fish will do well in a pond and aquarium and compete fine for food. Calico fantails are a bright orange, black, and white mottled colors.

Unlike cats, calico colored goldfish are just as common in males and females. (Only female cats are calico).

AquariumFishSale.com generally sells goldfish no smaller than two inches to ensure a safe trip and good adaptation to the fish tank.

• Scientific Name: Carassius arautus
• Origin: American Native
• Lifespan: 20 years
• Max Size: Up to 8 inches
• Food: Flake, Live, Frozen
• Shipping Size: 2 to 4 inches