I have one goldfish who looks like this:
http://gallery.pethobbyist.com/data/9766goldfish_gold_01.JPG
Hes about 2 and a half inches. Is this tank big enough? Im not sure how many gallons it is because I got it from a friend and its what he is living in now.
http://www.petsmart.com/global/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441776904&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302030056&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=2534374302023693&bmUID=1185251599915&itemNo=5&Ntt=fish+tank&In=All&previousText=fish+tank&N=2030056
2007-07-23 17:36:37 · 18 answers · asked by Cows 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
Also, how big is that tank? I cant see where it says it on the website and it doesnt say on the tank!
2007-07-23 17:44:01 · update #1
Okay I found it, its a 2 gallon tank.
2007-07-23 17:46:36 · update #2
That is a 2 gallon tank which is completely inappropriate for a Goldfish. Comet Goldfish get about 2 feet long and in that tank, you are stunting its growth. By stunting it, the fish will not grow (it appears not to grow), but the organs continue to grow leading to organ failure. This causes death. The Goldfish won't live for more than 2 years when it should live for 15.
Nosoop4u
2007-07-23 17:51:23 · answer #1 · answered by nosoop4u246 7 · 7⤊ 2⤋
Wow, a lot of crap answers today. For everyone who mentioned the rule 1 gallon per fish--its really 1 gallon per INCH of fish, and that isn't even enough. Comet goldfish should grow to about 2 feet. They each require at least 10 gallons of water per fish, with a minimum tank tank of 20-30 gallons.
Common belief is goldfish can live in bowls and small tanks. In reality, it stunts their growth (their internal organs continue to grow while the body stays the same size.. It dramatically reduces the life span of the fish by about 90%. Furthermore, it is very stressful on the fish. Goldfish can live up to 20 years. In a bowl or small aquarium, 1-2 years is expected at best. Please don't say that is good enough for a 10 cent feeder fish. It is still a life that has basically been abused.
If your on a budget, get a 10 gallon tank. They cost about $10. You could probably find larger ones for about the same price in your local classified ads. However, if you would rather have a small aquarium, you are better off with 1 betta fish. You could always give the fish to someone with a pond so it can grow and live long.
2007-07-23 18:05:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 1⤋
Hi Erica, These are wonderful fish & very friendly & intelligent, I have 5, 4 of them Comets like yours & they deserve the biggest tanks you can reasonably afford/fit in your home. The tank you linked to is far too small for him to be happy in I'm afraid-they are only sold to make lots of money out of unsuspecting people who are new to Goldfish keeping.
Goldfish grow huge & live very many years when properly cared for, I agree with everything Ryan says-go for a 20 gallon tank if possible & if you are having trouble with finances try putting a 'wanted' post your local Freecycle Group & you may well soon get a huge tank absolutely free.
He will only be fine in that tiny tank for a very short period so you really must get him something bigger very soon. The attached link tells you all about setting up a new tank-best of luck!
2007-07-24 00:31:19 · answer #3 · answered by John 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Get black kuhli loaches they only grow 4 inches. Thats what I have. I have two loaches in a 10 gallon tank with a betta. They get along fine. But I also have two dwarf frogs, 2 corys, and a rubberlip pleco. They all get along fine. It would be perfect, but they need different food. I give my betta bloodworms, and flakes. And my bottom feeders some wafers. They all basically ignore each other. Goodluck!!
2016-05-17 04:52:51 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would definitly upgrade as he gets bigger. This tank looks like it would be okay for a betta. 2-5 gallons. I upgraded as my goldfish got bigger and they are very happy.
2007-07-23 17:43:23 · answer #5 · answered by Leah B 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋
On the web page it says the tank is too small for goldfish..because they grow a lot...so I would find a different tank...10 gallon aquariums aren't very expensive...have you looked into one of those?
2007-07-23 17:40:21 · answer #6 · answered by gajeff47 2 · 4⤊ 4⤋
There should be one gallon of water for every fish. That is probably a one gallon, but ya know, goldfish can get very big. Also, they like the room to grow. I have two bettas, each are small and in one gallon tanks, but I found out recently that they live longer in 2 gallon tanks. Your gold fish is probably bigger than my bettas, so maybe a 3-5 gallon would be good for it. Also, goldfish are social, so maybe a 5 gallon with another gold fish would make it happy. You can never go wrong with bigger. If the tank gets too small it's gills and scales can bleed and it can also get other things like bacteria and fungus.
2007-07-23 17:41:24 · answer #7 · answered by jalynn07 1 · 0⤊ 9⤋
The tank is kinda small, but ok for just one or two fish. As a general rule the tank should be atleast as many gallons as the combined length of all the fish in it.
BTW, I have the same goldfish and many other (total 7). I'd recomend that you accuire some knowhow about maintaining a fish tank in case it is your first time. Particularly how to keep the water pH balanced, and regular check for Nitrites.
Good luck!
2007-07-23 17:44:01 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 9⤋
I think that it is good enough because i don't think goldfish grow much anyway. If it does, then you might have to get a 10 gallon tank when it grows to around 4-5 inches
2007-07-23 17:59:00 · answer #9 · answered by andrejeremy 2 · 0⤊ 8⤋
goldfish normally do not need much space, but that tank is quite small for a somewhat large goldfish. I would go with at least 10 gallons. These tanks go for $10-$20.
2007-07-23 17:40:46 · answer #10 · answered by michael p 4 · 2⤊ 8⤋