Wakin Goldfish
Carassius auratus
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pH
6.5–8
Temperature
18–24 °C
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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
Care guide
Keeping Wakin Goldfish healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Wakin 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 18–24°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 Wakin 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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