What can you tell me about keeping goldfish as pets?

Answer by  Spork (88)

Goldfish are the easiest fish to keep, requiring only a clean, freshwater tank. They are generally mild-tempered and get along well with most other fish. Goldfish tend to grow proportionally to the size of their tank and in proportion with the other fish they live with, so if you don't want a large goldfish, keep them in a small tank.

Answer by  arthi (336)

Keeping gold fish in the home is not only for ornamental purposes but also to bring good luck into our lives. This according to feng shui, a chinese art.

Answer by  mako (289)

A single goldfish requires at least a twenty gallon tank. They enjoy cool water, also. They can be quite messy. You should do a 25% water change every week.

Answer by  SunnyStars (836)

A well cared for goldfish can live for over 10 years and grow more than 6 inches long. Feed twice a day and maintain good water quality using test kits.

Answer by  Valentine62 (2131)

The aquarium must be kept clean using a filter. You must have air continuously running through the water. The water temperature should not be ice cold or too hot, and you should use something to take out the chlorine in the water. Also, if goldfish are kept in large aquariums, they will grow larger.

Answer by  Zhuria (13)

Goldfish need a bare minimum of 10 gallons per fish! They require the same amount of space as, if not more than, other fish. Bowls will kill your fish, guaranteed!

Answer by  iggylizard (352)

Goldfish require a lot of aeration in their tank as well as a very good filter since they produce large amounts of ammonia.

Answer by  wwgt (7)

They are pretty quiet. and don't chew up the remote control, nor leave a pile of dung hidden under the bed