Red Lionhead Goldfish
Carassius auratus
Also known as: Red Lionhead, Lionhead Goldfish, Shishi Goldfish
Origin: China
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 15 cm
- Min Tank
- 120 L
- Lifespan
- 10-15
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful, docile
About
The Lionhead is the Chinese counterpart to the Japanese Ranchu, characterized by a full raspberry-like wen covering the entire head and cheeks, with no dorsal fin. The Red Lionhead is an eye-catching fish that thrives in stable, clean coldwater conditions. The wen can occasionally cover the eyes or gills, requiring occasional trimming by experienced keepers.
Care Guide
Water: 10–22°C, pH 6.5–7.5, pristine water quality to prevent wen infections. Tank: minimum 120 L, gentle filtration, no heater required. Feeding: sinking pellets and peas to prevent air-gulping; feed twice daily in small portions. Behaviour: slow and docile; does better with similar-speed tank mates. Compatibility: other lionhead or ranchu goldfish; avoid fast species that steal food.
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