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High-head Tancho

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Carassius auratus var.

A tancho goldfish with a particularly tall, highly developed head wen. The round red wen on the crown of the white body evokes the red crown of a crane. The height of the wen and vibrancy of red determine its ornamental value.

Difficulty

Advanced

Temperature

15〜28℃

Lifespan

8-15 years

Size

12-20cm

Diet

Omnivore (pellets, bloodworms, daphnia)

About

The High-head Tancho is a tancho-type goldfish with an especially tall, well-developed crown wen; its pure-white body crowned by a single vivid red cap evokes the elegance of a Japanese crane (tancho). Built on the Oranda body type, its appeal and judging rest on the height and shape of the wen and on the vividness and clean outline of the red. Growing the wen tall and beautiful requires clean water and a stable environment, with care taken to keep the wen's grooves free of debris. The simple white body with a single red accent rewards careful management of color contrast. Keep it in a tank of 60 liters or more with strong filtration, regular water changes, and color-conscious feeding. It swims gently and pairs well with similarly calm varieties.

Basic Info

Origin

Japan

Lifespan

8-15 years

Size

12-20cm

Temperature

15〜28℃

Diet

Omnivore (pellets, bloodworms, daphnia)

Care Guide

Housing

Observe swimming in deep large tanks

Temperature

Stabilize at 15-28°C

Feeding

Color feed maintains red wen color

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。

PolygenicContinuous trait from multiple genes; intensified by selective breeding.

Head growth (wen)

Line-bredEstablished by selective line breeding.

Deep body / dorsal humpFantail (paired caudal)Single red head patch

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

Edited & verified by: br-choku 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.

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High-head Tancho FAQ

QHow difficult is it to keep High-head Tancho?

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

QWhat is the ideal temperature for High-head Tancho?

The ideal temperature for High-head Tancho is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

QWhat is the lifespan of High-head Tancho?

The average lifespan of High-head Tancho is 8-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

QHow large does High-head Tancho get?

High-head Tancho typically reaches 12-20cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

QWhat should I feed High-head Tancho?

High-head Tancho feeds on: Omnivore (pellets, bloodworms, daphnia). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

QWhat is the typical price for High-head Tancho?

The price of High-head Tancho varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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