Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Pearlscale Goldfish's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Pearlscale Goldfish has a very round, golf ball-like body and unique scales with raised, pearl-like centers. They are delicate and prone to swim bladder disorders due to their extreme body shape. They are slow swimmers that need to be kept with similar peaceful tankmates.
Key traits
peaceful
shoaling
community
medium
difficult
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Pearlscale Goldfish healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 20–24°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Pearlscale Goldfish is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Pearlscale 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 Pearlscale 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 Pearlscale Goldfish, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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