Bubble Eye goldfish are majestic and graceful

Bubble Eye goldfish are a very strange and unique looking goldfish. When I first saw one, it looked as though it was a fish species that should belong on another planet, not in an aquarium in someone’s home.

Although this fish looks odd at first, it is a charming species of goldfish which can become very tame.

It has fluid filled sacs just under the eyes which is where it gets its name and most distinguishing feature. These eye sacs get bigger as the fish ages, and can be very heavy. Because of the weight of the eye sacs this type of goldfish is a slow swimmer, and likes to swim closer to the bottom of the fish tank. This fancy goldfish can be kept with other species of fish, but to ensure it gets its fair share of food, it should be kept with other slower fish like Black Moors.

Although the eye sacs are the Bubble Eye goldfish's most distinguishing feature, they are also its biggest determent. The eye sacs can be easily damaged on sharp or rugged edges, so rocks shouldn’t be added to the aquarium for decoration. Aquatic plants are also an excellent addition to your fish tank, rather than plastic plants. Ornamental plants can sometimes be scratchy. To find out why your fish will love aquatic plants please click here.

If the eye sacs do get damaged, they will heal in time but they could be misshapen or leave a scar. And of course, if the eye sacs are damaged the water needs to be especially clean to allow the healing process to begin.

This type of goldfish is not for the beginner. It needs a bit more love and attention than other varieties of goldfish. It doesn’t like too much of a current in the water, and likes to have lots of room to swim around in. This type of fish really needs to live in a large aquarium of 10 gallons of water per fish. It likes the water temperature to be warmer than other goldfish, and needs frequent water changes.

To find out how to easily change your aquarium water please click here.

The Bubble Eye goldfish swims closer to the bottom of the fish tank, and should be fed sinking pellets rather than fish flakes that float at the top of the water.

Bubble eye goldfish are a delightful species of fish, but shouldn’t be your first fish that you’re keeping.

To learn about other types of goldfish please click on the species that interests you: Common, Comet, Black Moor, Fantail, Celestial Eye, Ranchu, Panda goldfish, Telescope Eye, Pompom, Veil Tail, Ryukin, Shubunkin, Pearl Scale, Oranda, and Lionhead.

The photo above was taken by the Bristol Aquarists Society. This is a wonderful website full of amazing photos, and information about goldfish.