The Prussian Carp Goldfish is the easiest goldfish variety to keep. Due to its strong constitution and high adaptability, it is listed as the top recommended variety for beginners by multiple sources.
Core Reasons for Recommendation
Physiological characteristics are close to those of the original crucian carp: It retains a spindle-shaped body. The bones and internal organs are distributed naturally, and it has outstanding disease resistance.
Extremely strong environmental adaptability:
It has a wide range of water temperature tolerance (0~39°C) and can withstand short-term temperature differences of 7~8°C.
It has a low requirement for dissolved oxygen, grows rapidly, and some varieties can reach 30 cm in two years.
Low cost of keeping: No complex equipment is needed. It can be kept in an ordinary fish tank and has no special requirements for feed.
Recommendations for Other Easy-to-Keep Varieties
The following varieties are also suitable for beginners, and you can choose according to your ornamental preferences:
Ryukin Goldfish
It has a high and prominent back, swims quickly, and can be kept in deep water. Pay attention to avoiding overfeeding, which may lead to the fish losing its balance and tilting its head.
Chinese Lionhead Goldfish
It has a well-developed head growth, a variety of colors and patterns. Its ability to tolerate low temperatures is better than that of Thai Lionhead Goldfish, and the price is affordable.
Dragon-eye Goldfish
Its eyeballs protrude like dragon eyes, and it has a healthy body shape. It is commonly found in the market and is inexpensive.
Wakin Goldfish
It is a representative of Japanese goldfish, with a lifespan of more than 10 years. It is suitable for outdoor ponds as a substitute for koi.
Opercular Goldfish
Its gill covers turn outward, but it has strong disease resistance. Historical records show that its disease resistance is better than that of common varieties.
General Suggestions for Keeping Goldfish
Water quality management: Even for varieties that are tolerant of low oxygen levels, such as Prussian Carp Goldfish, it is necessary to change the water regularly to maintain water quality.
Feeding control: Avoid overfeeding, which may lead to digestive problems. Prussian Carp Goldfish can accept a variety of foods, such as pellet feed and live bait.
Choice of container: Varieties such as Veiltail Goldfish and Butterfly Tail Goldfish are suitable for shallow water containers, while Ryukin Goldfish and Gin Rin Madai are suitable for deep tanks for side viewing.