Datasheet Shubunkin
Trade name:
Shubunkin
Latin name:
Carassius auratus
Order:
carp
Family:
Cyprinidae
Genus:
goldfish
Origin:
Japan
Size:
10-30cm
Aquarium
Length Width Depth:
Length at least 100 cm, width at least 50 cm, depth at least 70 cm
Contents:
at least 300 liters
water values
Temperature:
4 – 29 °C (ideal: summer 18 – 24 °C, winter 6 – 14 °C)
pH:
6.0 – 8.0
GH:
5 – 19
CH:
6 – 18
Behave
Area:
searching on the ground
Lining:
Omnivore, interested in both mosquito larvae and algae (sufficient nutrients are important)
Behave:
peaceful, sociable
Number:
at least 4 other active fish
Life expectancy:
15 years
association with shrimp
No
Difficulty level:
suitable for beginners Michelle Jo, Shubunkin Goldfish, CC BY-SA 3.0
Like many goldfish, they make an amazing addition to both indoor aquariums and outdoor ponds. The Shubunkin feels in cooler water at home and is therefore ideal for ponds.
It is similar to the comet goldfish but brings with it its longer, flowing fins and his mottled colorwhich is usually a combination of red, yellow, orange, white, black and blue, adds an additional element of colorful variety and flair to the aquarium.
These fish are very as well resistant and known to be extremely adaptable and can survive in most situations on a variety of feeds.
They have a life expectancy of 15 years, although it is not uncommon for them to live much longer when kept in optimal conditions. Because of its ease of care, the Shubunkin ideal for beginners and amateursbecause he can handle mistakes.
He’s an extreme fast swimmer and is always looking for food. He can often be seen on the ground sifting through the pebbles.
As a result of the active and voracious behavior, this fish needs enough spaceto develop freely. Nonetheless, some caves are suitable for shelter, as well as a good stock of floating vegetation as decorations worth seeing.
gender differences
Male and female goldfish generally look more or less the same. However, one can distinguish between male and female fish as the breeding season begins and as the water warms and the days lengthen in spring.
If possible, the Shubunkins should be viewed from above. The female animals are usually wider and rounder. Additionally, when male goldfish are in the reproductive stage, they will develop one spawning rash on their gills and heads, which as tubercle referred to as.
breed
The ideal breeding season for this species of fish in a pond is spring, when the water temperature is between 14 and 16°C sways.
The males are from the age of 2 years sexually maturewhile the females need another year to start breeding.
Oldhag, Shubunkin, marked as public domain, details on Wikimedia Commons
Breeding in the aquarium
The breeding aquarium should at least 100 liters be big without gravel and with one soft sponge filterin which a female and 2 or 3 males are placed.
The males can then be observed harassing the females and slapping their stomachs to encourage them to lay eggs. Once the eggs are ejected by the female, the male releases his sperm onto the eggs, which are then fertilized.
The fertilized eggs are yellow and hatch within 5 to 8 days. In the first two days, the young fish feed on the yolk sac, after which they have to be fed with special commercial food.
socialization
Like all goldfish species, shubunkins are peaceful creatureswho feel most comfortable when they in groups be kept with conspecifics or similar species of other cold-water fish. They are nimble and fast Swimmers always looking for food.
Because of this, it’s not a good idea to keep these speedsters with slower, shyer fish. Shubunkins can get quite large and have a mouth to match. Very small fish should be avoidedespecially since they can be considered as a source of food.
These notoriously greedy fish, which will eat almost anything that can fit in their mouths, require socialization with Not recommended for shrimp and small snails.
Other questions
What is the price of a Shubunkin?
The price of this fish may vary from seller to seller. Factors such as age, colour, gender and size can affect this price. However, this fish costs on average 3 euros.
What varieties are there?
The four varieties are the Shubunkin Bristolthe japanese shubunkinthe American Shubunkin and the London Shubunkin.