Assorted Fantail Goldfish
Live Fish
Shipping & Returns
All live fish are shipped using NZPost overnight services with authority to leave (no signature).
We cannot guarantee the overnight services, this is a service that we/you pay for; but is not guaranteed.
We DO NOT offer returns on any alive animal.
Above are key points of our policy, Click Here to read our full shipping policy.
Dead On Arrival (DOA) Cover*
- DOA must be reported within 2 hours of delivery.
- Bags must remain sealed (do not remove rubber band or tape)
- Photos & Videos must be supplied this can be emailed or sent through live chat; including your order No. (minimum 3 clear images, showing dead fish & sealed bag)
- DOA does not apply once the bags are opened & fish have been released.
- DOA does not apply to any Rural (RD) address.
Introducing New Fish
Follow these steps to minimize stress and ensure a smooth transition for your new fish!
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Float the Bag: Place the sealed bag containing the new fish in the tank. This equalizes the temperature between bag and tank water.
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Open and Add Tank Water Gradually: After about 5 minutes, open the bag and add a small amount of aquarium water into it every 5 minutes for 15–30 minutes. This helps the fish acclimate to the tank’s water chemistry.
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Wait 15–30 Minutes: Let the fish adjust to the water temperature and chemistry gradually in the bag.
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Release Fish: Gently release the fish into the tank without pouring the original bag water in.
Assorted Fantail Goldfish
Goldfish are one of the most widely kept species of freshwater fish worldwide. Taking proper care of your goldfish is crucial for their longevity and contentment.
These Assorted Fantail Goldfish have a potential lifespan of 10-15 years, and with proper care, can even live up to 20 years. Careful maintenance can help ensure a long and healthy life for your pet.
Water conditions:
Maintain good water quality for healthy Assorted Fantail Goldfish. Test water frequently and keep pH between 7-8.4. Goldfish thrive in well-maintained tanks.
Yes, filtration is important to help remove small particulates and houses a large portion of your biological filtration.
Goldfish tend to thrive in room temperature environments ranging from 20 - 24 degrees depending your specific surroundings, a heater may be necessary to maintain this ideal range within your tank. If the water temperature exceeds this range, your goldfish may experience increased hunger and lead to faster contamination of the tank water.
Tank Set Up:
Adding plants and decorations to your goldfish habitat can create a more natural environment. However, it is crucial to keep in mind that goldfish are omnivores and may consume or disturb live plants. Be cautious of plant species that grow rapidly and may surpass the appetite of your goldfish.
Goldfish habitats can benefit from the use of substrate, which helps to create a more realistic environment. It is common for goldfish to interact with their substrate by picking it up and moving it with their mouths.
Deit:
Goldfish are typically omnivorous and can consume sinking pellets, with a recommended protein content of approximately 30%. Pelleted food has a longer shelf life compared to flake food, which may not sink as easily. Overfeeding at the water's surface can potentially cause buoyancy problems in goldfish.
Tank Mates:
Some goldfish prefer to live in solitude and may exhibit aggression towards other fish. While it is acceptable for a goldfish to live alone, they may also thrive in the company of other fish depending on their individual temperament. If considering multiple fish, it is recommended to keep goldfish with other goldfish, although they can also coexist with other Coldwater community fish, like white cloud minnows.
