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Albino Ryukin
IntermediateCarassius auratus var.
Albino mutation of Ryukin. Red eyes with white to pale pink body create a mystical appearance. Same care as standard Ryukin but slightly light-sensitive. Popular as rare variety.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
15〜28℃
Lifespan
10-15 years
Size
15-20cm
Diet
Goldfish pellets, bloodworms
About
The Albino Ryukin is a Ryukin goldfish carrying an albino mutation, lacking melanin so that its eyes appear red and its body shows a soft white-to-pale-pink coloration with a mysterious, gentle look. Its rounded body and large flowing tail follow the standard Ryukin form, and overall care is similar, though albino individuals tend to be a little more sensitive to direct sunlight and very bright lighting, so moderate, calm lighting suits them best. They are slow, deliberate swimmers and pair well with other slow-bodied fancy varieties. A tank of 60 liters or more with good filtration and regular water changes keeps water clean and the fish healthy. Because some individuals have weaker eyesight, feeding should be unhurried to ensure they reach the food. The Albino Ryukin is relatively uncommon and prized as a novelty variety by enthusiasts.
Basic Info
Origin
Japan
Lifespan
10-15 years
Size
15-20cm
Temperature
15〜28℃
Diet
Goldfish pellets, bloodworms
Care Guide
Lighting
Avoid strong lighting. Indirect light ideal
Housing
45cm+ tank. With filtration
Care Specifications
- pH
- 6–8
- Hardness (GH)
- 5–19 dGH
- Water Temp.
- 18–23℃
PeacefulGroupBreeding: Moderate
Sources: FishBase / Aqueon Goldfish Care Guide
Morphs (Varieties)
金魚品種は体型・尾型・鱗・色の選抜固定(line-bred)。出目・透明鱗(キャリコ)・白子等は単一座。
RecessiveVisual only with two copies; one copy = het (carrier).
Albino
Line-bredEstablished by selective line breeding.
Deep body / dorsal humpFantail (paired caudal)
Sources: Wikipedia - Goldfish (Varieties) / 金魚 - Wikipedia (日本語版・品種)
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Carassius auratus var. (Linnaeus, 1758)
Synonyms: Cyprinus auratus Linnaeus, 1758, Carassius auratus auratus (Linnaeus, 1758), Cyprinus thoracatus Valenciennes, 1842, Carassius burgeri Temminck & Schlegel, 1846, Cyprinus chinensis Gronow, 1854
Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF · FishBase: Carassius auratus · GBIF: Carassius auratus
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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