Everyone knows goldfish, but not many people know how to care for these fish. That’s because goldfish are often sold as beginner fish that can live in bowls and don’t need much attention. This makes goldfish one of the most mistreated fish in the hobby, something which they absolutely don’t deserve.
At Aquarium Genius, it’s our mission to change that by providing the most helpful content possible. We want your goldfish to live a long, healthy life.
On this page, you’ll find elaborate answers to the most diverse questions regarding goldfish care. From their ideal diet to tank mates and goldfish anatomy: our guides cover it all.
Owning a pet fish is normal nowadays, and many people consider them part of the family. However, it may be challenging to keep some fish alive for long periods if you are not attentive. How long do goldfish live if you take good care of them? Goldfish can live 20+ years if you take good …
Something I’ve definitely asked myself when staring at my goldfish, and you’re probably also wondering is whether they sleep. It’s hard to tell because they can’t close their eyes (they don’t have eyelids). Here is what I found. Do goldfish sleep? Yes, goldfish definitely sleep to get their rest. They sleep up to 12 hours …
The first two fish I ever bought were two goldfish. While I kept them in a bowl at first, I quickly upgraded to a larger tank. In summer, I was going on holiday with my family, but I was unsure how long my goldfish would be fine without feeding. To make sure I could provide …
My aquarium used to be located in my bedroom, and a couple of years ago I brought home two goldfish. They were my first fish ever, and I found it crucial to provide them with the best care possible. At night, all lights were off, and I wondered whether this was fine for my goldfish. …
Trust me when I say that a goldfish will happily eat most aquarium plants available to us. I’ve been to the shop many times to purchase new plants for my goldfish, and this can get quite expensive. Therefore I’ve compiled a list of plants that are great for a goldfish aquarium and cross checked this …
There are so many interesting fish out there, but not all of them can live together. I wondered whether my guppies and goldfish could live together in the same aquarium. Here is what I found out. It is best to not keep guppies and goldfish in the same aquarium. They prefer different temperatures. Goldfish will …