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Carassius auratus
Telescope-Eye Goldfish
True to its name, this fish has exaggeratedly
protruding eyes. Ideally, the eyes should be of
equal size, and it is not unusual for them to have a
different color from the head. A short, round body
and a large dorsal fin are other typical features
associated with this breed. If a Telescope-Eye
Goldfish is allowed to mate with a goldfish that has
normal eyes, all their young will have normal eyes.
However, some of their offspring will carry the
telescope-eye gene, and when two of these mate
together, a small percentage of the resulting fry
will display the telescope-eye characteristic.
High
dorsal fin

Variable coloring
around the eyes
Dragon-Eye The telescope-eye Black-and-Gold Telescope-Eye
characteristic can be combined Telescope-Eye Goldfish look as if
with any color variety. they are staring intently.

Carassius auratus
Pom-Pon

The nasal flaps, which are inconspicuous in other
goldfish, are greatly enlarged in this variety. Known
as pom-pons, the flaps may match the surrounding
coloration, or they may be entirely different. It is Red Magpie Pom-Pon
important that the pom-pons are equal in size on In this color variant, the
a particular specimen, although they may be larger brilliant orange pom-pons
in some individuals than others. The pom-pon are highlighted by the
characteristic has been introduced to other breeds, black around the head.
notably the Oranda, Lionhead, and Ranchu. It is
not uncommon for mature Pom-Pons to develop
a small raised area on top of the head.
Pom-pons are evenly
balanced in size
Orange Pom-Pon Pom-Pons can be bred
in any color, and the size of the pom-pons
can vary considerably.

ORIGINS Asia, originally from SIZE Highly variable; often DIET Goldfish food (flakes WATER Temperature 50–77°F TEMPERAMENT Relatively
waterways in southern China. exceeds 12 in (30 cm) in ponds or pellets) and live foods. (10–25°C) and neutral (pH 7.0). social, but does not shoal.

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