{"title":"Fancy Goldfish","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"pearl-scale-goldfish","title":"Pearl Scale Goldfish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearlscale Goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Carassius auratus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearlscale goldfish are one of the easiest fancy goldfish to recognise. They have a short, rounded body covered in raised, pearl-like scales, giving them their unusual beaded appearance. They normally have a split double tail and a single dorsal fin, with colours and patterns varying from fish to fish. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk\/features\/can-the-scales-of-pearlscale-goldfish-be-damaged\/\"\u003ePractical Fishkeeping\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are peaceful, slow-moving fish and are best kept with other gentle fancy goldfish of a similar size. Avoid mixing them with common goldfish, comets or shubunkins, as these faster varieties can easily beat Pearlscales to food. A gentle current is also important, as their compact body shape makes swimming against powerful filtration more difficult. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ornamentalfish.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fancy-Goldfish-Jan-2023.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eOrnamental Fish\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearlscales can grow to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and need far more room than their small shop size suggests. For adult fancy goldfish, OATA recommends at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with another \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The aquarium must be fully cycled, well filtered and properly oxygenated. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, with regular testing and partial water changes used to keep conditions stable. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ornamentalfish.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fancy-Goldfish-Jan-2023.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eOrnamental Fish\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse smooth ornaments and avoid sharp rocks, rough plastic plants or anything the fish could scrape against. The raised scales can be damaged by rough handling or unsuitable décor. Although a lost scale may grow back, it will usually return flatter and without the original pearl-shaped centre. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk\/features\/can-the-scales-of-pearlscale-goldfish-be-damaged\/\"\u003ePractical Fishkeeping\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esinking fancy-goldfish pellet or gel food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in small amounts. Their diet can be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp. Avoid overfeeding, and avoid relying on floating food, as short-bodied fancy goldfish can swallow excess air while feeding at the surface, which may contribute to buoyancy problems. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kb.rspca.org.au\/categories\/companion-animals\/fish\/how-should-i-care-for-my-goldfish\"\u003eRSPCA Knowledgebase\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearlscales are coldwater fish, so a heater is not normally needed in a comfortably heated home. However, they do best with a stable temperature and should not be exposed to sudden changes, draughts or extreme cold. With clean water, enough space and the correct diet, fancy goldfish can live for many years. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ornamentalfish.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fancy-Goldfish-Jan-2023.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eOrnamental Fish\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e every Pearlscale has its own colour, pattern and body shape. Photographs are examples of the fish available, and the exact fish supplied may vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wakeykoi","offers":[{"title":"3-4” £17.99","offer_id":62410795581827,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4” £20.99","offer_id":62410795614595,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/8500\/7491\/files\/IMG-1032.png?v=1787059705"},{"product_id":"white-oranda-goldfish","title":"White Oranda Goldfish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Oranda Goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Carassius auratus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Orandas are peaceful fancy goldfish with a rounded body, flowing double tail and the distinctive fleshy head growth known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Young fish may have very little visible head growth when first purchased, but this normally becomes more noticeable as they mature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir colouring can range from clean white to warm ivory or pale cream. Some fish may also show a soft yellow or peach tint around the face, fins or back. Colour and head growth can continue to develop as the fish gets older, so every White Oranda will look slightly different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrandas are slower swimmers and are best kept with other gentle fancy goldfish of a similar size. They should not normally be mixed with common goldfish, comets or shubunkins, as these faster varieties can easily outcompete them at feeding time. Avoid very strong water movement, as their deep body shape and long fins make swimming against a powerful current difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey require a mature, fully cycled aquarium with strong biological filtration and plenty of open swimming space. As a guide, allow at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fancy goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ammonia and nitrite should always remain at zero, with regular partial water changes used to control nitrate and maintain stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality sinking fancy-goldfish pellet or gel food in small portions. Their diet can be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp. Sinking foods are generally preferable, as they reduce the amount of air swallowed while feeding at the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse smooth aquarium decorations and avoid sharp rocks, rough ornaments or hard plastic plants that could damage their fins or developing wen. White Orandas can grow to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, sometimes larger, and with the correct care they can live for well over ten years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show examples of our current stock. The exact shade, pattern, body shape and level of head growth will vary between individual fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wakeykoi","offers":[{"title":"2-3” £7.99","offer_id":62410919412099,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/8500\/7491\/files\/IMG-1033.png?v=1787062585"},{"product_id":"assorted-oranda","title":"Assorted Oranda","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Oranda Goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Carassius auratus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Orandas are one of the most popular fancy goldfish varieties, known for their deep, rounded bodies, flowing double tails and the distinctive fleshy head growth known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The wen usually becomes more noticeable as the fish matures, so younger Orandas may have very little visible head growth when first purchased.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause these are sold as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eassorted Orandas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, colours and patterns will vary from fish to fish. You may see solid orange, orange and white, calico, red cap and other mixed colour combinations. Body shape, tail length and head growth will also vary naturally between individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrandas are peaceful, fairly slow-moving fish and are best kept with other gentle fancy goldfish of a similar size. Avoid mixing them with common goldfish, comets or shubunkins, as these faster fish can easily outcompete them at feeding time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey need a mature, fully cycled aquarium with strong filtration, good oxygenation and plenty of open swimming space. As a guide, allow around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fancy goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, with regular partial water changes used to keep nitrate under control and maintain stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esinking fancy goldfish pellet or gel food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in small portions. Their diet can be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp. Sinking foods are usually preferable because they reduce the amount of air swallowed while feeding at the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse smooth decorations and avoid sharp rocks, rough ornaments or hard plastic plants that could damage their fins or wen. Orandas can grow to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, sometimes larger, and with proper care can live for well over ten years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e photographs are examples of the type and quality available. Exact colour, pattern, body shape and head growth will vary between individual fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wakeykoi","offers":[{"title":"2-3” (5-7cm) £7.99","offer_id":62415435956611,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4” (10cm) £19.99","offer_id":62411012080003,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5” (13cm) £29.99","offer_id":62411022696835,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/8500\/7491\/files\/IMG-1044.png?v=1787065389"},{"product_id":"yellow-cap-oranda","title":"Yellow Cap Oranda","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Cap Oranda Goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Carassius auratus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Cap Orandas are a distinctive fancy goldfish variety, usually with a pale white, cream or silvery body and a contrasting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyellow to orange head growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, known as the wen. The cap becomes more noticeable as the fish matures, so younger fish may have only a small amount of visible head growth at first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour can vary between individuals. Some fish may have a very neat yellow cap with an otherwise pale body, while others may show small yellow or orange markings around the head, back or tail. Body shape, tail length and the amount of wen development will also vary naturally from fish to fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other Orandas, they are peaceful, fairly slow swimmers and are best kept with other gentle fancy goldfish of a similar size. Avoid keeping them with common goldfish, comets or shubunkins, as these faster varieties can easily beat them to food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey require a mature, fully cycled aquarium with strong filtration, good oxygenation and plenty of open swimming space. As a guide, allow around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fancy goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, with regular partial water changes used to keep the water clean and stable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esinking fancy goldfish pellet or gel food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in small portions. Their diet can also be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse smooth decorations and avoid sharp rocks, rough ornaments or hard plastic plants that could damage their fins or developing wen. 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When viewed from above, the tail spreads out widely on either side of the body, creating the butterfly shape that gives the variety its name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike standard Black Moors, higher-grade Butterfly Moors are selected for a more balanced body, better finnage and a broader, more symmetrical tail. Their fins should be long, flowing and well spread, giving them a much more dramatic appearance when swimming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung fish are usually a deep black or charcoal colour, sometimes with subtle bronze tones showing through the scales. Colour can change slightly as the fish matures, particularly around the belly and fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButterfly Moors are peaceful, slower-swimming fancy goldfish and are best kept with other gentle fancy varieties of a similar size. They should not normally be mixed with fast single-tail goldfish such as comets or shubunkins, which can easily outcompete them at feeding time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of their telescope eyes, they do not see as well as standard goldfish. The aquarium should therefore be kept simple, with plenty of open swimming space and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno sharp rocks, rough ornaments or hard plastic plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that could damage their eyes or fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey require a mature, fully cycled aquarium with strong filtration and good oxygenation. As a guide, allow around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fancy goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, with regular partial water changes used to maintain stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esinking fancy goldfish pellet or gel food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in small portions. Their diet can be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButterfly Moors can grow to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, sometimes larger, and with the correct care can live for well over ten years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e these are individually selected high-grade fish, so tail shape, eye development, body shape and exact shade of black will vary slightly from fish to fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wakeykoi","offers":[{"title":"4” £21.99","offer_id":62411043406211,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/8500\/7491\/files\/IMG-1050.png?v=1787066691"},{"product_id":"chocolate-oranda","title":"Chocolate Oranda","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChocolate Oranda Goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Carassius auratus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChocolate Orandas are a distinctive fancy goldfish variety, known for their deep \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebronze, brown and chocolate colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rounded body shape, flowing double tail and developing fleshy head growth known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir colour can vary quite a lot between individuals. Some fish are a dark chocolate brown, while others show warmer bronze, gold or olive tones across the body and fins. Lighting can also make them appear lighter or darker, and their colour may continue to develop as they mature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wen usually becomes more pronounced with age, so younger fish may have only a small amount of visible head growth when first purchased. Body shape, tail length and head development will vary naturally from fish to fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChocolate Orandas are peaceful, fairly slow swimmers and are best kept with other gentle fancy goldfish of a similar size. Avoid mixing them with common goldfish, comets or shubunkins, as these faster varieties can easily outcompete them at feeding time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey require a mature, fully cycled aquarium with good filtration, strong oxygenation and plenty of open swimming space. As a guide, allow around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 litres for the first fancy goldfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 litres for each additional fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, with regular partial water changes used to maintain stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a good-quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esinking fancy goldfish pellet or gel food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in small portions. Their diet can be varied with suitable vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse smooth decorations and avoid sharp rocks, rough ornaments or hard plastic plants that could damage their fins or developing wen. Chocolate Orandas can grow to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, sometimes larger, and with the correct care can live for well over ten years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e photographs are examples of the fish available. 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