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Goldfish · Shared by FrostyOtter · 5 days ago

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Apricot drifts past the front of the tank twice a minute, checking on me.

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About the Goldfish

Origin
China, domesticated over 1,000 years ago
Adult size
20–35 cm for single-tailed types; fancies smaller
Lifespan
15–30 years; over 40 recorded
Minimum tank
About 300 litres for two single-tails, or a pond
Temperature
18–22°C — unheated, and they dislike tropical warmth
Diet
Omnivore; sinking pellets, vegetables, occasional live food

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