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Carassius auratus
A Japanese wakin-type goldfish with long extended fins, grouped with the Bristol shubunkin and the aurora. Its detailed origins have not been published.
The suehiro nishiki is a Japanese wakin-type goldfish with long extended fins. It is named as a domestic variety of the same kind as the aurora, alongside the Bristol shubunkin of England, among goldfish whose fins lengthen. Specialist dealers likewise group it with the Bristol shubunkin. That fish traces to the shubunkin announced in Japan in 1902, which travelled by way of America to England, where selection focused on the tail and produced the original form in 1929; its heart-shaped tail is its defining feature. A tail that is not overlong but opens widely above and below is preferred, and since roomy quarters tend to lengthen the fin, smaller containers such as aquariums are considered suitable. Details of its parentage have not been published.
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The Suehiro Nishiki lives 10-15 years.
The ideal temperature for the Suehiro Nishiki is 15〜28℃.
Origin
Japan
Lifespan
10-15 years
Temperature
15〜28℃
Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms
Sources: FishBase (Carassius auratus) / Keihan Nishikigoi Center: goldfish water management / Kingyo Hitosuji: Bristol Shubunkin / Kingyo Hitosuji: Wakin
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Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / FishBase (Carassius auratus)
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Enough light to view the fish from the side is all that is needed to show the spread of its long fins. No special lighting is required.
In long-finned lines the tail tends to grow longer in roomier quarters. If the shape of the tail matters, a tank of modest volume suits better.
Combine it with wakin types of similar pace such as the shubunkin, the comet or the aurora. Round-bodied breeds will lose out at feeding time.
No account of its origins or variety standard is published, so fish sold under the name vary in tail shape and pattern. Check the actual fish before acquiring one.
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Suehiro Nishiki is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Suehiro Nishiki is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Suehiro Nishiki feeds on: Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Suehiro Nishiki varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: September 17, 2026