The Telescope Goldfish is a captivating freshwater fish known for its distinctive protruding eyes and elegant, flowing fins. With its peaceful temperament and unique appearance, this fish is a popular choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists seeking a visually striking addition to their aquarium.
🐠 Key Features:
- 👀 Appearance: Characterized by its large, protruding eyes that extend from the sides of its head, paired with a rounded body and flowing fins. Available in a range of colors, including black, red, white, calico, and orange.
- 📏 Size: Typically grows up to 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) when fully mature.
- 💡 Behavior: Peaceful, slow-moving, and social, making it suitable for community tanks with other slow-swimming fish. Avoid housing with fast or aggressive fish that may outcompete them for food.
- 🌿 Tank Setup: Prefers a spacious tank with soft substrate, smooth decorations, and plants like Anubias or Java Fern. Avoid sharp objects that could injure their delicate eyes.
🌱 Care Requirements:
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a single fish, with an additional 10 gallons per extra fish.
- Water Temperature:65-75°F (18-24°C)
- Water Parameters: pH 6.5-7.5, with stable, well-oxygenated water. Regular water changes are essential to maintain good health.
- Diet: Omnivorous – thrives on a balanced diet of high-quality pellets, flakes, and live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Supplement with blanched vegetables such as peas, spinach, and zucchini to promote digestion.
- Tank Mates: Best kept with other peaceful, slow-swimming fish such as other fancy goldfish, snails, and bottom dwellers like Corydoras. Avoid fin-nippers and aggressive species.
⏳ Lifespan :
- 🧬 Lifespan: With proper care, they can live 10-15 years or longer.