How difficult is it to keep Veiltail Goldfish?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Veiltail Goldfish?

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

What is the lifespan of Veiltail Goldfish?

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

How large does Veiltail Goldfish get?

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

What should I feed Veiltail Goldfish?

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

What is the typical price for Veiltail Goldfish?

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

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Veiltail Goldfish

Intermediate

A beautiful goldfish with thin, long veil-like tail fins swaying elegantly. Show judging emphasizes tail length and form.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

5〜30℃（適温18〜24℃）

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

12-20cm

Diet

Artificial feed, Bloodworms

About

The Veiltail is a fancy goldfish celebrated for its extraordinarily long, thin tail fins that trail behind the fish like a delicate veil or flowing fabric. The tail can reach 1.5 to 2 times the body length, and its graceful, billowing movement in water gives the Veiltail an unmatched elegance among goldfish varieties. In competitive shows, tail length, thinness, symmetry, and the quality of its flow are paramount judging criteria. The fins are highly sensitive to water current and can tear or deform if exposed to strong flow, so minimal-current filtration is essential. Poor water quality leads to fin rot, making frequent water changes critical to maintaining fin health. Veiltails are slow, docile swimmers that should only be kept with similarly unhurried varieties.

Lifespan of the Veiltail Goldfish

The Veiltail Goldfish lives 5-10 years.

Size of the Veiltail Goldfish

The Veiltail Goldfish grows to 12-20cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Veiltail Goldfish

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

Tank size of 45 liters or more, stable temperature of 18–25°C, and neutral pH are recommended.

Basic Info

Origin

United States

Lifespan

5-10 years

Size

12-20cm

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.

Deep body / dorsal humpVeiltail (long squared 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.