Description
The Pearlscale Crown Red and White is a striking variety of fancy goldfish, easily recognised by its domed, pearl-like scales and vivid red and white colouration. Bred for ornamental purposes, this breed is a favourite among aquarists due to its unique appearance, round body shape, and calm, curious temperament. While visually appealing, the Pearlscale Crown requires precise care due to its compact body and sensitivity to poor water conditions.
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Features of a Pearlscale Crown Red and White
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Distinctive raised, bead-like scales resembling pearls
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Compact, rounded body with a high-arched back
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Vivid red and white colour patterns across the body and fins
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Prominent head growth (wen), giving a crown-like appearance
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Double tail fin, short and slightly spread
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Typically grows to 12–15 cm in length when fully mature
The Best Aquarium Size for Pearlscale Goldfish:
A tank size of 75 - 100 Liters is good for your goldfish’s ongoing health. Tank size can vary greatly depending on how big or small the goldfish is. To add more tank mates and decorations, bump up the tank size is necessary.
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Tank Mate Compatibility:
Pearlscale goldfish make great additions to peaceful community tanks. You should avoid keeping them with any aggressive or semi-aggressive species. It’s also a good idea to steer clear of fast-swimmers.
Tank mates for Goldfish include:
Avoid fast or fin-nipping species that may outcompete or injure them.
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Feeding :
Packed food like Hikari fancy goldfish pellets, Vitalis Goldfish Pellets, Fluval Bug Bites Goldfish Flakes can give Goldfish the variety omnivorous fish need. Live insects that sink to the bottom are also good, as are live or frozen goldfish food, brine shrimp and Daphnia, or common water fleas. In Coburg Aquarium online, we stock a variety high quality godfish food for your choice.
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Pearlscale Goldfish Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration
Goldfish produce a lot of waste. A strong filtration system is absolutely necessary. Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.
Here are some great ones to consider:
Plants for Pearlscale Goldfish
Pearlscales aren’t too picky when it comes to decorations. Choose cold-hardy varieties like Hornwort, Java moss, Anacharis, and Anubias.
Decorations for Pearlscale Goldfish
Ideal Ornaments for your Goldfish tank:
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Lighting
Lighting is not an essential feature for any goldfish aquarium. If you use live plants in your tank, install a safe aquarium lighting system is necessary for the plants.
Substrate
Sand or Medium-sized Gravel substrage is the recommended for Pearlscale Goldfish.
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