How difficult is it to keep Panda Butterfly Tail?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Panda Butterfly Tail?

The ideal temperature for Panda Butterfly Tail is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Panda Butterfly Tail?

The average lifespan of Panda Butterfly Tail is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Panda Butterfly Tail get?

Panda Butterfly Tail typically reaches 12-20cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Panda Butterfly Tail?

Panda Butterfly Tail feeds on: Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms, colour-enhancing food. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Panda Butterfly Tail?

The price of Panda Butterfly Tail varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Panda Butterfly Tail

Intermediate

Carassius auratus

A butterfly tail with a white body and black on the eyes and fins, named for the panda-like contrast. Its broadly spread tail seen from above and its protruding eyes make it a favourite among butterfly tails.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

15〜28℃

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

12-20cm

Diet

Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms, colour-enhancing food

About

The panda butterfly tail is the colour form with a white body and black on the eyes and fins. The black-and-white contrast suggests a panda, hence the name; a red-bodied fish with black fins is called a lesser panda instead. The butterfly tail itself is Chinese and reached Japan in the late 1970s, though it is now bred domestically as well. It is shown from above, with the shallow clefts and widely opened lobes of the butterfly caudal, and most individuals carry protruding telescope eyes. Like all butterfly tails it fades readily, and losing the black leaves an all-white fish, so consistent colour-enhancing food is the condition for holding the markings. A still, current-free environment is recommended.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Panda Butterfly Tail

The Panda Butterfly Tail lives 10-15 years.

Size of the Panda Butterfly Tail

The Panda Butterfly Tail grows to 12-20cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Panda Butterfly Tail

The ideal temperature for the Panda Butterfly Tail is 15〜28℃.

Basic Info

Origin

China (introduced to Japan in the late 1970s)

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

Care Specifications

pH: 6–8
Hardness (GH): 5–19 dGH
Water Temp.: 15–28℃

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Moderate

Sources: FishBase (Carassius auratus) / Keihan Nishikigoi Center: goldfish water management / Kingyo Hitosuji: Panda Butterfly Tail

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 (Linnaeus, 1758)

Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

Goldfish are on Japan's Ministry of the Environment list of alien species that damage ecosystems (risk of competition and hybridisation with native crucian carp). Never release goldfish into rivers or ponds.

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / FishBase (Carassius auratus) / Ministry of the Environment: List of Alien Species that Damage Ecosystems

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.