How difficult is it to keep Calico Ryukin Long Tail?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Calico Ryukin Long Tail?

The ideal temperature for Calico Ryukin Long Tail is 18〜23℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Calico Ryukin Long Tail?

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

How large does Calico Ryukin Long Tail get?

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

What should I feed Calico Ryukin Long Tail?

Calico Ryukin Long Tail feeds on: Pellets, Bloodworms. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Calico Ryukin Long Tail?

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

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Calico Ryukin Long Tail

Intermediate

A ryukin with tricolor calico pattern and long elegant tail fins. Gorgeous representative of ornamental goldfish.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

5〜30℃

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

12-20cm

Diet

Pellets, Bloodworms

About

The Calico Ryukin Long-tail combines three visually spectacular features: the Ryukin's bold, high-shouldered body profile, the complex nacreous calico coloration (a mosaic of red, white, black, and blue tones unique to each individual), and exceptionally long, flowing double tail fins. The result is one of the most ornate and impressive fancy goldfish varieties available. The long tail adds dramatic movement and scale to the already striking Ryukin body and calico pattern, making side-view observation the ideal appreciation angle. Tail forms include three-tail, four-tail, and cherry-blossom tail varieties. Regular water changes are critical to prevent fin rot. Moderate feeding is essential to avoid swim bladder disorder.

Lifespan of the Calico Ryukin Long Tail

The Calico Ryukin Long Tail lives 10-15 years.

Size of the Calico Ryukin Long Tail

The Calico Ryukin Long Tail grows to 12-20cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Calico Ryukin Long Tail

The ideal water temperature for the Calico Ryukin Long Tail is 18〜23℃.

Care requirements follow Ryukin standards—spacious tanks of 60 liters or more with stable temperature of 18–25°C—with added attention to water flow, which must be kept gentle to protect the delicate extended tail from damage or tearing.

Basic Info

Origin

Japan

Lifespan

10-15 years

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.

RecessiveVisual only with two copies; one copy = het (carrier).

Calico (mosaic transparent scale)

Line-bredEstablished by selective line breeding.

Deep body / dorsal humpBroadtail / long flowing tail

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.