How difficult is it to keep Celestial Eye Pompom?

Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.

What is the ideal temperature for Celestial Eye Pompom?

The ideal temperature for Celestial Eye Pompom is 18〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Celestial Eye Pompom?

The average lifespan of Celestial Eye Pompom is 5-10 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Celestial Eye Pompom get?

Celestial Eye Pompom typically reaches 10-15cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Celestial Eye Pompom?

Celestial Eye Pompom feeds on: Goldfish food (floating type recommended). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Celestial Eye Pompom?

The price of Celestial Eye Pompom varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Celestial Eye Pompom

Advanced

Carassius auratus var.

Rare variety with upward-facing eyes (Celestial) and nasal bouquets (Pompom). Ancient Chinese fancy goldfish. Unique appearance loved by enthusiasts. Challenging to keep.

Difficulty

Advanced

Temperature

18〜28℃

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

10-15cm

Diet

Goldfish food (floating type recommended)

About

The Celestial Eye Pompom is a Chinese fancy goldfish combining celestial (upward-gazing) eyes with developed nasal bouquets (pompoms) at the snout. It lacks a dorsal fin, and its unusual face—both eyes turned toward the sky—paired with soft, fluffy pompoms gives it a highly individual, endearing look. Because the upward eyes limit its field of view, it swims slowly, and the delicate pompoms are easily damaged, the layout should avoid sharp decorations and filter intakes should be fitted with sponge guards. It is best kept without active tank mates—alone or only with similarly gentle varieties. Care is demanding, and the variety is regarded as suited to advanced keepers.

Lifespan of the Celestial Eye Pompom

The Celestial Eye Pompom lives 5-10 years.

Size of the Celestial Eye Pompom

The Celestial Eye Pompom grows to 10-15cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Celestial Eye Pompom

The ideal temperature for the Celestial Eye Pompom is 18〜28℃.

Maintain a somewhat warmer, stable temperature (roughly 18–26°C) and feed carefully to compensate for its limited vision.

Basic Info

Origin

China

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

10-15cm

Care Specifications

pH: 6–8
Hardness (GH): 5–19 dGH
Water Temp.: 18–28℃

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Moderate

Sources: FishBase / Aqueon Goldfish Care Guide

Morphs (Varieties)

Goldfish varieties are line-bred for body shape, tail type, scale type, and coloration. Traits such as protruding eyes, transparent scales (calico), and albinism are single-locus traits.

Line-bredEstablished by selective line breeding.

Dorsal-lessUpturned (celestial) eyesNasal bouquets (pompom)

Sources: Wikipedia - Goldfish (Varieties) / Goldfish — Wikipedia (Japanese edition, varieties)

A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

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.