Species Profile
Pearlscale Goldfish
Carassius auratus var. pearlscale
Also known as: Ping Pong Pearlscale, Golfball Goldfish
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Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
65–75°F
pH
6.5–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Grows from juvenile
Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 6″ over ~2 years. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.Diet
Sinking pellets, blanched veggies, frozen
Notes
Round body covered in pearl-like raised scales that look almost 3D. Slow swimmer especially prone to swim bladder issues; sinking food only, no flake. Pair only with similarly slow fancies in 30gal+.
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