CheckMyFishTankLionhead Goldfish care
Carassius auratus · Freshwater · Intermediate level care
A fancy goldfish with no back fin and a head growth.
Feeding
Twice a day. Only what they finish in about 2 minutes, since goldfish always beg for more. Goldfish pellets, blanched vegetables, occasional protein.
Has long fins that fin nippers target.
Good tank mates
Fish that pass every check with Lionhead Goldfish in a 60 gallon tank: same water, overlapping temperature, nobody gets eaten and no bullies.
Do not mix with
- Pearl Gourami: Pearl Gourami and Lionhead Goldfish need different water temperatures.
- Moonlight Gourami: Moonlight Gourami and Lionhead Goldfish need different water temperatures.
- German Blue Ram: German Blue Ram and Lionhead Goldfish need different water temperatures.
- Discus: Discus and Lionhead Goldfish need different water temperatures.
- Convict Cichlid: Convict Cichlid is aggressive and will bully peaceful Lionhead Goldfish.
- Jack Dempsey: Jack Dempsey is aggressive and will bully peaceful Lionhead Goldfish.
- Green Terror: Green Terror is aggressive and will bully peaceful Lionhead Goldfish.
- Red Zebra Cichlid: Red Zebra Cichlid is aggressive and will bully peaceful Lionhead Goldfish.
Questions
What size tank does a Lionhead Goldfish need?
At least 30 gallons. Adults grow to about 7 inches, so plan for the adult size, not the size at the store.
What temperature does a Lionhead Goldfish like?
65 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH of about 6.5 to 8. A steady temperature matters more than hitting one exact number.
How many Lionhead Goldfish should I keep together?
One is fine, and they can also live in small groups if the tank is big enough.
What do Lionhead Goldfish eat?
Goldfish pellets, blanched vegetables, occasional protein. Feed twice a day: only what they finish in about 2 minutes, since goldfish always beg for more.
Sources
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