General information – The Black Oranda Goldfish is a Lionhead with

a veiltail goldfish. Black Oranda is one of several varieties of the well

known Goldfish. Black Oranda body and hood is cover with beautiful

bright black to dip black colors. This fish known by its prominent warty

head-growth directly on top of the head

Common Name – Black Oranda Goldfish 

Scientific Name - Carassius auratus species 

Family - Cyprinidae 

Origin - China

Size - 8-10 inches 

First discovered - Unknown 

Nutrition – omnivores, the black oranda goldfish will appreciate varied diet. Goldfish flake or pellet food will

provide the Black Oranda Goldfish with the proper nutrition, Fresh spinach, zucchini, and lettuce can be

part of its vegetarian nutrition while frozen foods can complete its diet. 

Behavior – Peaceful  

Maintenance and care – This fish should be kept in 30 gallons tank decorates with few rocks, woods

and plenty of room to swim. The Black Oranda Goldfish is a very adaptable species that tolerates a wide

range of water conditions. This species like the entire goldfish group will thrive in coldwater aquariums and

tolerate a wide range of temperatures from 2c to 30c. Black Oranda is very hardy and long lived. Average

life span is up to 25 years 

Water Parameters - Temperature: 65F - 72F (18C- 22C), PH: 6-8 

Breeding - During the spawning season the male will have tubercles on their head, pectoral fins and gill

covers. About 1000-2000 eggs are produced by the female. The female will scatter her eggs on the plants,

rocks or the substrate; afterwards the male will fertilize these eggs. The fry hatch after 3-5 days and need

to be feed with small foods such as cyclops or fry foods. It is highly recommended to remove the parents

from the breeding tank or else they will eat their own eggs