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kye turnbull - 2013-05-09
Should I try to breed these fish?

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Clarice Brough - 2013-05-09
They are easy to breed with the right setup, and it can be fun. Here's a quick over of Goldfish Breeding.

Jason Hamblett - 2011-01-10
Hi can anyone help me? I bought four shubunkins 2 weeks ago and they are in a four foot tank. Recently 1 died, I don't know why so I have treated the water for any diseases. The 1 out of the three is always on its own and doesn't interact with the other two. Please some 1 help me.

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bob - 2013-04-01
I have three danios and at first one would not interact at all but after a few feedings together he started to interact so don't worry
angie - 2013-04-04
Hi I have 2 shubunkins they require at least a 20 to 29 gallon tank because they get very big. I have had mine about 4 months and they are now 8 inches long, started with 4 and 2 died. They need an extra air stone for extra oxygen and they put off a lot of ammonia in the water so I put ammonia tablet mixed with chlorine free water once a week. They cannot be in a small fish tank need a larger one. They like to dart back and forth in the tank and some can get as big as 12 inches. Hope this helps.
Terry - 2013-05-06
I have 2 beautiful Shubunkins. They are now about 8 months old and about 5' long they are in with 3 Gold Gouramis and 6 Austrailian Rainbows,an 8' Plecostomus and a Pictus Cat. All in a 38 gal. tank. They all get along great.
Jeremy Roche - 2013-05-06
Check all your water levels. Sometimes it is a simple adjustment. Goldfish make a lot of amonia.

Shirley - 2013-04-22
I have a question that I am not able to find an answer for. Jethro(my goldfish) flipped himself out of his tank onto the carpeted floor where he was found by my three Chihuahuas. I heard the commotion and hurried to see what was happening. Jethro was stretched out on the floor, not breathing, and minus part of the very top of his tail. I picked him up, saw that he was still alive, dusted him off and put him in his tank. He revived nicely, thank goodness, but he looks odd without that part of his tail. Any chance of it growing back? Please say yes!

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David Brough - 2013-04-22
Ahah... good news! The fins will probably grow back unless it was nibbled back to far into the caudal penduncle. What a survivor, glad you found him in time.

Greta - 2013-04-18
Hi, I'm a teacher and have had three beautiful Comets for 6 months, since my students won them at a Halloween carnival. We did a lot of research and have them set up in a large tank that we regularly clean. We'd like to upgrade the tank in terms of decoration--currently there is none--but don't know what works better, silk or plastic plants? We've read that plastic can poke fragile goldfish eyes, but silk can get frayed and eaten, thus causing intestinal blockage. Help, please? We'd really love to keep our goldfish happy and healthy for years to come. Thanks so much for any advice you can provide. ~Margarita

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Jeremy Roche - 2013-04-19
Any of the choices will work! The silk will give more movement and action in the tank. I prefer silk or live plants. To fray or break there would need to be something causing it besides the goldfish. Make sure to properly clean anything you put in the tank.
David Brough - 2013-04-21
Goldfish are pretty sturdy unless you have bubble-eyes or telescope types. Plastic should be fine for them. Ive kept them with plastic and live plants and had no problems. Live plants are the best for the aquarium but they may need more maintenance like fertilizer and gravel they can grow in. Ive no experience with silk.

Sandra - 2013-04-19
i have a goldfish with the bugeyes and one of his eyes looks like its filled with blood :( what should i do? has anyone heard of this?? PLEASE HELP!!

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Clarice Brough - 2013-04-19
It sounds like your fish's eye got injured, and may be developing a secondary infection. You can try treating it with something like Melafix, or a more intense treatment is an antibiotic. Follow the manufacturer's instructions so that you don't wipe out your biological filter. (Anytime you use an antibiotic you have to monitor for ammonia.)

Kyle Morrissey - 2013-04-17
Why do gold fish carry so much lomonia

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Clarice Brough - 2013-04-17
Limonia is actually a tree.Are you trying to say ammonia? That's a condition that all aquarium fish create (food and fish waste breaking down... creates ammonia). Goldfish put a heavy load on the aquarium so do create a lot of ammonia. And of course, ammonia has to be dealt with through filtration and/or water changes (as with all fish).

liz111 - 2013-04-17
Hi, I've been a fish keeper for just 3 weeks so all new to me. I have a red cap oranda and a calico. Today I noticed the red cap won't stop chasing the calico which appears to be swimming away from him the whole time. What is the red cap doing this for, is it normal? Non stop for at least an hour and half now. I feed 6 tiny pellets in the morning as advised by the pet shop. What are your thoughts on that also? Many thanks.

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Clarice Brough - 2013-04-17
Yeah, that's a problem. If he keeps chasing the other fish, the other fish will succomb to stress, quit eating, and have major problems. Here's some things to alleviate the condition: get a bigger tank, add hiding places and retreats by providing plants and other decor (driftwood/rocks/etc.), add more fish to divert the attention and change the dynamics,.. and if none of these work, remove one of the fish and put it in its own tank. Best of luck!

bernadette - 2013-04-03
I have an oranda fish. He seems to be sitting on one side of the tank and its always the same spot. He comes up for food then swims around a bit. Then goes back to the same spot. When he comes up for air he blows the air out then goes back to the bottom of the tank. Any ideas what might be wrong?

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Clarice Brough - 2013-04-08
There may or may not be a problem as it sounds like he is feeding and not stressed, but sometimes these fish can have a swim bladder problem. Make sure the tank is well maintained with regular water changes, and you can try feeding a supplement of frozen peas (defrosted with the skin removed).

Laylovv - 2009-10-31
Moor Goldfish Owners, please do not put your moor in a tank with anything other than another Moor. If you are extremely experienced then disregard as you know what types can live in harmony. Moors are my favorite:) It makes me ill when I hear "I just bought a new moor goldfish and put him in a bowl" Or " my other fish nip my moor and scare him to the other side of the tank" Or "My moor is in a 3 gallon tank".

These fish CANNOT compete with anyother fish for food. If you think it is funny when your other fish nip at him try putting a pitbull in your bedroom and when ever you try to sleep it bites you. This is what your putting your Moor goldfish through. They are not athletes and their eyesite is poor but they have the best personalities of all fish I have owned. To kill a fish out of ignorance is still your fault. If you have killed more than 2 fish then pick a different hobby. Fish are not for children. If you are too busy to change 20% of the water each week then get a betta. If you do not have the money for a filter that is $20-$30 then go get a betta. If you do not have the money to buy your moor antibiotics or melafix or other remedies when it gets sick then you should not have a fish. MOOR GOLDFISH ARE THE MOST DELICATE FISH. DO NOT GET A MOOR GOLDFISH IF YOU HAVE NEVER HAD A FISH BEFORE.

Start with a Betta, or a NON-FANCY Goldfish. Regular old goldfish are very very hearty as are Bettas. These are fish you can put in a 3 gallon tank and feed and have very little responsibility.

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Mike - 2010-03-02
"Moor Goldfish Owners, please do not put your moor in a tank with anything other than another Moor?

The statement you've made is incorrect: I have a 30 gallon tank with a moor, tele, and dojo loach for the past 5 years and they get along fine, you don't have to house them with just moors as long as your goldies aren't fighting they can be housed with a bunch of different fish excluding aggressive fish as they will nip and bite at them.
Paige - 2010-03-16
"If you are too busy to change 20% of the water each week then get a betta."

Actually, water for a Betta should be changed more often than a Black Moor Goldfish, depending on the side of the tank. Anything under 1 gallon should have at least a 50% (preferably 100%) water change daily; anything over 1 gallon to five gallons should have a 20-30% water change weekly. Bettas are extremely prone to fin rot from dirty water, and although they are not overly dirty fish, their water does get contaminated fairly quickly.

Please do not assume that Betta fish are the easiest of fish to care for. Contrary to popular belief, they in fact should not be kept in anything under 1 gallon, because the lack of surface area for them to move around in can cause them to get ill very quickly. Bettas also need a slightly warmer water temperature, from about 70F to 80F. Although Bettas are good for beginners, they can't be completely disregarded when it comes to care. If these small needs are fulfilled, these fish can be great pets that are full of personality :)
Ferrell - 2010-04-21
Thats mean saying that kids cannot take care a black moor I just bought a black moor and my sis bought a shunbunkin yesterday. Today Blackie (black moor) is now the boss of the tank against a shunbunkin. I can change my water in the 2.5L fish tank. This is my first time having a fish and blackie is doing great with Sparkles (shunbunkin)
Gabi - 2010-06-21
Hello Laylovv, I just red your comment about the Moor Goldfish; I got one for my anniversary, and he seems a little bit sick. Like wanting to be under some rocks that I have in my aquarium. And he also is having some strange actions like ''seeing dead'' or laying on his side. I'm so sad, I don't want him to die :/. Can you help me? Is there an antibiotic or a remedy that I can give him? Or do you know why is he doing this weird stuff? Thank you so much
Noah - 2010-06-23
"Regular old goldfish are very very hearty as are Bettas. These are fish you can put in a 3 gallon tank and feed and have very little responsibility."

Although Bettas might be ok in a tank that small, "regular old goldfish" need even more room than fancy goldfish like Black Moores! Common, comet, and shubunkin goldfish need 20 gallons per fish as they can attain a size twice as large as fancy goldfish.
betty - 2010-07-26
I keep and love goldfish as well as bettas. There are many misconceptions that bettas can handle "dirty" water easier. It is very hard on them and I believe just as hard as on a goldfish. If you do want to start with a betta, decide to give it a good life by keeping its water clean and warm. If you decide to go with Moors, {I agree not the best first fish} be very sure they are getting food in their quite small mouths. They can slowly be starving, until one day they are limp and almost unable to respond. They can really have a hard time getting enough food. They need more observation than say Orandas or Lionheads but are wonderful.
Leah Macdonald - 2010-08-02
I started out with 3 moor goldfish and they were fantastic. Two of the three died not long after I got them although they were not particularly healthy from the start as the shop I got them from was not very good. I still have one of the three which has lived quite happily with a fancy goldfish for the last 3 years in a 60L bio-orb tank. I also have another moor in another 60L tank which lives comfortably with 6 white clouds and 2 orandas with absolutely no problems. From my experience they can live well with other types of fish it just depends on the circumstances but I agree that they should not be kept in a bowl or a 3 gallon tank as they do grow quite big. I have one which started out as less than an inch big and is now at 6 inches in just 2 years.
jennie - 2013-03-21
I have my black moore with another fancy gold fish and they r doing good so I don't know were u get ur info but it isn't true

tina - 2013-04-02
I have 2 red ryukin goldfishes, one is male and other is female i got both of them last year. I didn't put any plants in the tank but everyone says she's pregnant. How do i know? I also noticed he's been following her around in a 5 gallon tank. Can someone tell me what to do?

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