How difficult is it to keep Short-tail Ryukin?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Short-tail Ryukin?

The ideal temperature for Short-tail Ryukin is 15〜25℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Short-tail Ryukin?

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

How large does Short-tail Ryukin get?

Short-tail Ryukin typically reaches 12-18cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Short-tail Ryukin?

Short-tail Ryukin feeds on: Goldfish pellets. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Short-tail Ryukin?

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

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Short-tail Ryukin

Intermediate

Short-tailed ryukin type. Round body with short tail creates cute balance. Even poorer swimmer than regular ryukin.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

15〜25℃

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

12-18cm

Diet

Goldfish pellets

About

The Short-tail Ryukin retains the distinctive high shoulder hump and deep, rounded body of the standard Ryukin while featuring significantly shorter tail fins, creating a compact, chubby silhouette that many enthusiasts find particularly endearing. The combination of an exaggerated round body and abbreviated tail makes this variety an even slower swimmer than the regular Ryukin, so gentle filtration with minimal water current is essential. Body depth and roundness are key criteria for show quality. Like all Ryukin types, Short-tail Ryukin are prone to swim bladder disorders due to their compressed body shape, making it important to feed small amounts of easily digestible food and include occasional fasting days. They are best kept with other slow-swimming varieties in tanks of 45 liters or more.

Lifespan of the Short-tail Ryukin

The Short-tail Ryukin lives 10-15 years.

Size of the Short-tail Ryukin

The Short-tail Ryukin grows to 12-18cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Short-tail Ryukin

The ideal temperature for the Short-tail Ryukin is 15〜25℃.

Basic Info

Origin

Japan

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

12-18cm

Temperature

Care Specifications

pH: 6–8
Hardness (GH): 5–19 dGH
Water Temp.: 15–25℃

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.

Deep body / dorsal humpShort 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.