Bristol Shubunkin Goldfish
Carassius auratus
Also known as: Bristol Shubunkin, Shubunkin Goldfish, Calico Goldfish
Origin: UK
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 25 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 10-15
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful, active
About
The Bristol Shubunkin was developed in England and is distinguished from the London and American Shubunkin by its large, well-rounded tail fin lobes which should not fork or have pointed ends. It carries the same blue-based calico coloration and nacreous scaling. It is an excellent pond fish and is especially popular in the UK.
Care Guide
Water: 10–22°C, pH 6.5–7.5, excellent for outdoor ponds in temperate climates. Tank: minimum 150 L; thrives in garden ponds where it can shoal with other goldfish. Feeding: quality pond pellets, live foods such as worms, and plant material. Behaviour: hardy and active; one of the easiest goldfish to maintain over winter. Compatibility: other shubunkin, comet goldfish, and koi in larger ponds.
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