Assorted Ranchu

Assorted Ranchu Goldfish

A Beautiful, Round-Bodied Goldfish with a Distinctive Crown!

Bring charm and character to your aquarium with Assorted Ranchu Goldfish. Often called the king of fancy goldfish, Ranchus are recognised by their rounded bodies, curved backs, lack of a dorsal fin and distinctive fleshy head growth known as a wen. Available in a variety of colours and patterns, these graceful goldfish are a popular choice for dedicated fancy goldfish enthusiasts.

• Unique Appearance: Features a rounded body, smooth curved back, short fins and distinctive head growth.

• Assorted Colours: Colours and patterns vary depending on available stock.

• Peaceful Temperament: Generally peaceful and best kept with similarly sized, slow-swimming fancy goldfish.

• Adult Size: Typically reaches around 12–20cm, depending on genetics and care.

• Water Temperature: Approximately 18–24°C.

• pH Range: Around 6.5–8.0.

• Omnivorous Diet: Accepts quality sinking goldfish pellets, gel foods and suitable vegetable and protein-rich foods.

• Long Lifespan: Can live for 10–15 years or longer with excellent care.

Care Requirements:

• Provide a spacious aquarium with plenty of unobstructed swimming space.

• Maintain excellent filtration and stable water parameters.

• Use smooth decorations and avoid sharp objects that could damage their delicate head growth.

• Feed a varied, balanced diet, preferably with sinking foods to accommodate their swimming style.

• Avoid fast-swimming or aggressive tank mates that may outcompete them for food.

Suitable For: Freshwater fancy goldfish aquariums.

Difficulty: Intermediate. Their specialised body shape and slower swimming ability make consistent water quality and careful tank mate selection particularly important.