Goldfish
The site that provides beautiful photographs and pictures of numerous goldfish species together with interesting facts and information about each type of fish.
The site that provides beautiful photographs and pictures of numerous goldfish species together with interesting facts and information about each type of fish.
Interesting Information about Goldfish
The Goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus) is the most popular aquarium fish and is usually the first experience most fish keepers will have with an aquarium fish! There are many types of Gold fish available and they come in a variety of colors and sizes. Some have features such as Split Tails, Dorsal Fins, Bubble Eyes and Long Fins but they all originated from a species of Wild Carp (Carassius auratus) native to East Asia. Goldfish can be keep indoors in a coldwater aquarium or alternatively can be kept in an outdoor pond.
Goldfish are an ideal starter fish and make a perfect first pet for a young child. They require very little care and are extremely hardy. Common Goldfish, Comets and Shubunkins are the hardiest varieties and are the recommended choice for the beginner. Did you know that a goldfish can live for up to ten years? Remember the 3 second goldfish memory joke? There is a myth that goldfish have a memory span of just three seconds, recent research has proven this to be inaccurate and scientists now believe that goldfish have a memory span of between three and five months!
The Goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus) is the most popular aquarium fish and is usually the first experience most fish keepers will have with an aquarium fish! There are many types of Gold fish available and they come in a variety of colors and sizes. Some have features such as Split Tails, Dorsal Fins, Bubble Eyes and Long Fins but they all originated from a species of Wild Carp (Carassius auratus) native to East Asia. Goldfish can be keep indoors in a coldwater aquarium or alternatively can be kept in an outdoor pond.
Goldfish are an ideal starter fish and make a perfect first pet for a young child. They require very little care and are extremely hardy. Common Goldfish, Comets and Shubunkins are the hardiest varieties and are the recommended choice for the beginner. Did you know that a goldfish can live for up to ten years? Remember the 3 second goldfish memory joke? There is a myth that goldfish have a memory span of just three seconds, recent research has proven this to be inaccurate and scientists now believe that goldfish have a memory span of between three and five months!
Facts about Fish Species - How do you identify the sex of a Goldfish?
The males and females of many fish species have different colors or different shaped bodies. But there are also other fish species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes tricky being an ichthyologist!
Facts about Fish Species - Why are Goldfish slimy?
Goldfish secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin. This slime provides protection against parasites and infections and helps the Goldfish to move through the water faster. Some fish species also release toxins in their slime which ward off enemy attacks. Other fish species use their slime to feed their young.
Facts about Fish Species - Why do Goldfish have gills?
Gills enable the Goldfish to breathe. Gills consist of thin sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a large bony plate called an operculum. Some fish species however have lungs and breathe air.
Facts about Fish Species - Why do the Goldfish have fins?
A fin is an external appendage or "limb" of a fish. Fins are used for directing, stabilizing, or propelling the different fish species in water. Numbers of fins vary between fish species, but there are usually seven. Each of the fins on a fish are designed to perform a specific function:
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Dorsal fins - The dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Goldfish has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Ventral fins. The ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The Goldfish has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Caudal fins. The Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Goldfish has Caudal fins to propel through the water.
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Pectoral fins. The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The Goldfish has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to side movement
