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Carassius auratus
A variety announced by the Kimura fish farm in Saitama Prefecture in November 2019. It is marked by fins drawn out as in the aurora and by banding in three colours, black, white and yellow.
The zebra aurora was announced as a new variety in November 2019 by Kimura Yutaka of the Kimura fish farm. It is marked by fins drawn out as in the aurora and by banding in three colours, black, white and yellow; among varieties bred in Japan, such three-colour banding is considered very unusual. It took many years to reach announcement, and numbers have remained extremely small since. Aquamarine Fukushima has shown the fish in its permanent goldfish display, where the exhibited individual was a large one of about 25cm total length at three and a half years old. The same farm also produces the original varieties Tamakogane and Kirakira. Because the fins grow long, the environment must be arranged to prevent fraying and tearing.
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The Zebra Aurora lives 10-15 years.
The ideal temperature for the Zebra Aurora is 15〜28℃.
Origin
Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Lifespan
10-15 years
Temperature
15〜28℃
Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms
Sources: FishBase (Carassius auratus) / Keihan Nishikigoi Center: goldfish water management / Aquamarine Fukushima: Zebra Aurora goldfish on display / Kingyo Hitosuji: Wakin
Goldfish varieties arose from fixed mutations and selective breeding, and body form, tail form, scale type, colour and head growth are all carried forward by selection over generations. Inheritance is therefore shown as line-bred throughout rather than split into dominant and recessive.
Sources: Aquamarine Fukushima: Zebra Aurora goldfish on display
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
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Accepted name: Carassius auratus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Breeder: 木村豊(木村養魚場・埼玉県) (2019)
Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF · Aquamarine Fukushima: Zebra Aurora goldfish on display
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / FishBase (Carassius auratus)
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Daylight-like lighting best shows the black, white and yellow banding. Set brightness for viewing from the side, taking in the spread of the long fins as well.
Use a simple layout without sharp edges so the long fins are not scraped, and keep the flow modest. The fish grows large, so allow generous volume.
Combine it with long-finned fish of similar pace such as the aurora or the shubunkin. Mixed with round-bodied breeds it will take the food first.
The variety is recent and very few are kept. The three-colour banding varies between individuals and should be expected to change as the fish grows.
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Zebra Aurora is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Zebra Aurora is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Zebra Aurora feeds on: Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Zebra Aurora varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: September 17, 2026