Black Moor

$20.00 AUD

Black Moor Goldfish

Elegant Velvet-Black Colouring and Distinctive Telescope Eyes!

Add a touch of character to your aquarium with the Black Moor Goldfish, a popular fancy goldfish variety known for its deep black colouring, rounded body and prominent protruding eyes. Its flowing fins and gentle swimming style make it a striking addition to a spacious, well-maintained freshwater aquarium.

Distinctive Appearance: Features rich black colouring, a rounded body and large telescope eyes.
Peaceful Temperament: Generally sociable and best kept with other slow-moving, compatible fancy goldfish.
Adult Size: Typically grows to around 15–20cm.
Water Temperature: Approximately 18–24°C.
pH Range: Around 6.5–8.0.
Omnivorous Diet: Accepts quality goldfish pellets, flakes and suitable vegetable and protein-rich foods.
Long Lifespan: Can live for 10–15 years or longer with excellent care.
Specialised Care: Their protruding eyes require extra protection from sharp decorations and aggressive tank mates.

Care Requirements:

Provide a spacious aquarium with efficient filtration and excellent water quality.
Use smooth decorations and avoid sharp objects that could injure their eyes.
Choose slow-swimming tank mates that will not outcompete them for food.
Feed a varied, balanced diet and avoid overfeeding.
Monitor water parameters and perform regular partial water changes.

Suitable For: Freshwater fancy goldfish aquariums.

Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate.