Oranda goldfish develop interesting head growths

Oranda goldfish are very popular. In fact, they are one of the most popular goldfish in the world. Both the Western and Eastern world are captivated by this charming and beautiful fish.

It’s just as unique as all other breeds of goldfish and is a result of crossing the Lionhead fish with Veil Tail’s. The Oranda goldfish has a very deep body, long flowing tail fins, and a strange yet intriguing head growth.

It’s the head growth that gives this species its distinct look. The growth looks like a raspberry the Oranda is balancing on top of its head.

It takes between 1 to 2 years for the distinctive head growth to develop. During this time, if the fish lives in good conditions, its head growth develops well. You must keep this species of goldfish as with all fish varieties in good, clean, water. For information on easy steps of cleaning your fish click here.

This fish is very friendly and will feel at home with any other types of goldfish, but it’s best to keep them with other slower swimmers such as Bubble Eye’s, Black Moor’s, and Fantail’s. Getting enough food is always important, and if these fish are with other slow swimmers they all have a fair chance of getting enough to eat. They like to eat the usual variety of food which includes: zucchini, spinach, lettuce, peas, fish flakes and pellets.

The Oranda goldfish is a hardy, loveable pet, but has a tendency of getting Swim Bladder problems. Please find out about this, and click here. You need to know how to handle this problem if you decide to introduce the Oranda golfish into your aquarium.

To find out about other varieties of goldfish, please click on the name you find interesting: Common, Comet, Black Moor, Bubble Eye, Celestial Eye, Fantail, Ranchu, Panda goldfish, Telescope Eye, Veil Tail, Pompom, Ryukin, Shubunkin, Pearl Scale, Oranda, and Lionhead.

This photo above was taken by Mike. You can find more work of this talented photographer at the Flickr website under MH_ick9s.