Assorted Oranda Goldfish – Medium

Goldfish are all actually selectively bred Asian Carp, Carassius auratus. Different variations and fancy body types were developed in China and other parts of Asia and were perfected over the course of a few hundred years into the interesting and popular fish you see in aquariums today. Some have stayed true to the carp like body shape while others have developed larger bodies, lost their dorsal fins. have over sized eyes and some have elongated fins. Goldfish can be easy to care for, and given proper care and a healthy environment, some goldfish will live for more than 50 years.

Oranda Goldfish are one of the most popular varieties. They have deep bodies and long, split double tails, like the Fantail. The most notable characteristic of these fish is the ‘brain’ on top of their head, a soft, raspberry-like growth known as the ‘wen’ that continues to grow as the fish grows. It may even obstruct the eyesight of older fish. The wen is prone to bacterial infections, especially in Orandas, who are sensitive to cooler temperatures. The Red Cap Oranda, \