overview
The Calico Oranda features a festive, confetti-like blend of reds,
oranges, white, and black. This coloration gives the Calico Oranda
wonderful character and adds instant visual interest. The Calico Oranda
closely resembles Veil Tail goldfish varieties in the shape and length
of the tail, and is one of many varieties of what is collectively known
as ornamental or fancy goldfish; Carassius auratus auratus.
Originally from parts of Asia, Japan, and China, Fancy Goldfish enjoy
worldwide distribution due to controlled breeding programs.
As a member of the carp family, the Calico Oranda is generally quite
hardy. They will do well in 30 gallon aquariums or larger, as well as
backyard garden ponds of 180 gallons or more. In addition to a fine
gravel bottom or well-rounded river rocks, the Calico Oranda will
appreciate hardy, cold water plants. Keep in mind that goldfish are
diggers and will scatter the fine sand onto leaves, injuring thin and
less hardy plants.
There appears to be a definite courtship ritual when goldfish breed. Breeding often results in up to 1,000 eggs, with fry hatching in five to six days. They should be fed small pieces of live or prepared foods designed for egg-laying fish.
Goldfish are omnivorous and will eat all types of dried and live foods. However, limit protein intake to 30% of the diet. Goldfish flake or pellet food will provide these fish with the proper nutrition.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3" to 4"
Care Level: Easy |
Temperament: Peaceful |
Water Conditions: 65-75° F, KH 4-20, pH 6.5-7.5 |
Max. Size: 10" |
Color Form: Assorted, Black, Orange, Red, White |
Diet: Omnivore |
Origin: Indonesia west Java |
Family: Cyprinidae |
Price : 3,5 USD (to know the updatest prices please contact us )
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