CyprinidaeFreshwater Fishbeginner
Pearlscale Goldfish
Carassius auratus (Pearlscale)
Origin: China (developed)
P
Water Parameters
Temperature10–22 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7–8
49
GH (Hardness)8–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)4–12 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 20 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 10–15
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; slow swimmer
About
Pearlscale Goldfish have a uniquely round, ball-shaped body and highly distinctive scales with white calcium carbonate centres that look like tiny pearls. One of the most unusual goldfish body forms.
Care Guide
pH 7.0–8.0, temp 10–22°C. Fragile scales can be damaged — avoid rough decor. Sinking pellets recommended. Keep with similarly slow-moving varieties.
Buy Pearlscale Goldfish from FinsHQ shops
Shops currently listing this species with stock available
No shops are currently listing Pearlscale Goldfish. List your shop on FinsHQ.
Built for aquarium retailers
Sell Pearlscale Goldfish in your shop?
Join aquarium shops already using FinsHQ. Get a beautiful webshop, mobile app, and inventory management — built for aquatic retailers.
Start your free store