Various Types of Goldfish

There are various types of goldfish and which can be distinguished by their different head shape, colors and looks. Some goldfish have eyes that are bulged up or face upwards. The position of the fins on the fish is another factor that is used to identify the type of fish. The tail can also be used to classify fish; there are some fish that have double tails, others split tails while some have only one tail.

Fantail goldfish have exceptional unique tails. Making a distinction of the different types of goldfish is important since, the fish responds to diverse factors such as water temperature and breeding methods.

There are 4 different groups that should be considered when examining various categories of goldfish:

Single tailed goldfish - Have very slender bodies, ands there are numerous colors available, from variegated to orange. Single tailed goldfish include Comets, Commons, as well as the Shubunkis which are either Londons or Bristols.

The second category of goldfish is those that have double tails. The tails have various colors including orange, red lipped white, white with orange mixture, gill covers and fill. Fish in this category include Wakins and Jikins.

Double tailed Dorsal finned goldfish are oval shaped with billowy and long fins. The colors of the fish differ significantly. The fish in this category include Demekins, Ryukin, Pearlscaples, Pompoms, Moors, Veiltails, Orandas, Fantails and Telescopes.

Double tailed goldfish lacking dorsal fins are quite similar to those with a dorsal fin since their colors also vary widely and thyme also comprise egg-shaped bodies with billowy and very long fins. They include Lionhead, Eggfish, Celestial and Bubble Eye.

Comet goldfish can be able to live in severe cold environment and is available in various colors mostly yellow with marks of black, orange and red. The main distinction between this type of goldfish and the others is the tail fin. The fins of these fish have two lobes, which are placed on top of each other. These fish are very hardy and can be reared in ponds. They require a large space since they can swim very fast. These fish are very sociable and does well if kept with others.

The Oranda goldfish is a very beautiful variety known for the cap or hood-like skin growth surrounding the head as well as the sides of its surface. Its color variety and appearance has increased its popularity among the goldfish varieties. The Oranda is commonly found in red, black and red, white and black, white and red, tricolor, calico, bronze, silver, blue, black, white and chocolate. It is also sensitive to changes in water temperature and dislikes cold water.

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