Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Wakin Goldfish's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Wakin is a hardy, fast-swimming goldfish from Japan that resembles a Common Goldfish but with a double tail. They are typically red and white and are very well-suited for outdoor ponds due to their size and hardiness. They are the ancestor of many other fancy goldfish varieties.
Key traits
peaceful
shoaling
community
large
easy
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Wakin Goldfish healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 18–24°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Wakin Goldfish is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Wakin Goldfish is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Wakin Goldfish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping goldfish?
Goldfish produce more waste per centimetre than almost anything else in the hobby.
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Wakin Goldfish, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
- Often kept together
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In a 1000L+ tank
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Crystal Black Shrimp
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Corydoras Julii
Corydoras julii
- Often kept together
Red-bellied Pacu
Piaractus brachypomus
In a 1500L+ tank
- Often kept together
Orange Sakura Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi var. 'Orange Sakura'
- Often kept together
Black Phantom Tetra
Hyphessobrycon megalopterus