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Pearlscale Goldfish
Carassius auratus var. pearlscale
Intermediate Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Round-bodied fancy goldfish with raised dome-shaped pearly scales creating a golf-ball texture.
Water Parameters
Temperature
65 - 75 °F
Ideal: 65 - 73 °F
pH
6.5 - 8
GH (Hardness)
5 - 19 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
8"
Min Tank Size
20 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
all
School Size
2+ recommended
Bioload
high
Category
goldfish