Species Profile

Pearlscale Goldfish

Carassius auratus var. pearlscale

Also known as: Ping Pong Pearlscale, Golfball Goldfish

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Adult size

6″

Minimum tank

30 gal

Temperature

65–75°F

6.5–8

Schooling

Solitary OK

Water level

mid

Grows from juvenile

Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 6″ over ~2 years. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.

Diet

Sinking pellets, blanched veggies, frozen

Notes

Round body covered with pearl-like raised scales that look 3D. Slow swimmer prone to swim-bladder issues — sinking food only, no flake.

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