How difficult is it to keep Pearlscale Goldfish?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Pearlscale Goldfish?

The ideal temperature for Pearlscale Goldfish is 18〜23℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Pearlscale Goldfish?

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

How large does Pearlscale Goldfish get?

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

What should I feed Pearlscale Goldfish?

Pearlscale Goldfish feeds on: Artificial feed, Bloodworms. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Pearlscale Goldfish?

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

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Pearlscale Goldfish

Intermediate

A goldfish with distinctive pearl-like raised scales. Attractive for round body and unique scales.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

5〜30℃

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

10-15cm

Diet

Artificial feed, Bloodworms

About

The Pearlscale (Chinshurin) is a Chinese fancy goldfish variety celebrated for its dome-shaped, raised scales that shimmer like individual pearls against its nearly spherical body. Among goldfish, the Pearlscale has one of the most rounded body forms, which, combined with its lustrous scales, creates a striking ornamental appearance. Damaged scales will not regain their raised form, so the aquarium should be free of sharp objects and have smooth, fine substrate. Pearlscales are slow, peaceful fish best kept in low-flow tanks of 40 liters or more.

Lifespan of the Pearlscale Goldfish

The Pearlscale Goldfish lives 5-10 years.

Size of the Pearlscale Goldfish

The Pearlscale Goldfish grows to 10-15cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Pearlscale Goldfish

The ideal water temperature for the Pearlscale Goldfish is 18〜23℃.

This body shape makes the Pearlscale particularly vulnerable to swim bladder disorder (buoyancy problems), a condition that can be managed by feeding small amounts of sinking, easily digestible food and maintaining stable water temperatures between 20–25°C.

Basic Info

Origin

China

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

10-15cm

Care Specifications

pH: 6–8
Hardness (GH): 5–19 dGH
Water Temp.: 18–23℃

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.

Pearlscale (raised calcified scales)Fantail (paired caudal)

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: (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.