Ryukin Goldfish
Carassius auratus
What you need to keep a Ryukin Goldfish
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pH
6.5–8
Temperature
18–23 °C
Where to buy
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What Ryukin Goldfish costs in South Africa
4 price points from 2 shops over 90 days
R135
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SA median R157 across 2 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Ryukin is a deep-bodied fancy goldfish with a characteristic hump on its back behind the head. They have a double tail and can come in a variety of colors, including red, white, and calico. They are more active swimmers than some other round-bodied fancies but still require a large aquarium.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Ryukin Goldfish healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Ryukin Goldfish's adult size and activity level. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 18–23°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful. Keep it in a group for natural behaviour.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Ryukin Goldfish depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
Keeping goldfish?
Goldfish produce more waste per centimetre than almost anything else in the hobby.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R75–179 · Average: R120
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