Tricolor Oranda
The Tricolor Oranda is an Oranda goldfish with clearly separated patches of red, black and white. Unlike the finely scattered pattern of a Calico, its colors meet in crisp, distinct borders, and many fish look quite different from one side to the other. The raised hood on the head, the rounded body and the unhurried swimming style give each fish its own character. Most fish in circulation are imports from Indonesia. Oranda are generally calm swimmers, so they can lose out on food to faster tank mates. It is rated as an intermediate-level fish and suits keepers who can commit to steady water care and daily observation.
View Tricolor Oranda encyclopedia →0% commission on your first sales!Register by September 30, 2026 and your first 2 sales are commission-free!
Breeder Wanted!
List on BreederDirect and sell directly to customers nationwide!
BreederDirect's 6 Transparency Commitments
All Goldfish listings from Breeder include the following details. We guarantee transparency in lineage (Yamato/Yatomi/Edo) and competition awards.
- Lineage
- Real Photos
- Breeder Lineage
- Award History
- Competition History
- Age Stated
Browse all 111 breeds
Care Difficulty
Verified breeders wanted for Goldfish
Breeders are signing up now ahead of launch. Subscribe to be notified when new listings go live.
Getting alerts is free with a member account. When new listings match your saved search, we'll notify you by email and in-app.
Browse other categories
Verified breeders (preview)
Tricolor Oranda key facts
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Lifespan
- With proper care goldfish can live over 20 years in captivity (figure for goldfish in general; variety-specific data are scarce)
- Size
- Goldfish commonly reach about 10 cm TL; variety-specific adult size data are scarce
- Temperature
- 20〜23℃
- Diet
- Omnivore (goldfish pellets as the staple; also bloodworms and daphnia)
- Identification
- Red, black and white appear in large, separate patches. The calico Azuma-nishiki has a bluish tint in the white and finer mottling.
- Water Temperature & Quality
- The ideal range for fancy goldfish is about 20-23°C, pH around 7.0-8.4. Avoid sudden changes in temperature or water chemistry.
- Container & Tank
- Allow roughly 38 L (10 gallons) or more per adult fish, with a generously sized filter.
- Tankmates
- Keep with other slow, round-bodied goldfish; fast swimmers such as Wakin or Comets outcompete it for food.
- Diet & Feeding
- Feed goldfish pellets as the staple, in small amounts the fish can finish.
- Notes
- Black tends to fade with growth and young fish may change pattern, so do not assume the current pattern is permanent.
About Tricolor Oranda
Tricolor Oranda: a hooded goldfish with sharply divided red, black and white patches. Traits, care tips and what to know before you bring one home.
7 things to know before welcoming a Tricolor Oranda
1Every fish is unique
Many Tricolor Oranda look quite different from one side to the other, so a single photo may not show the whole picture. Check photos of both sides and the top of the fish on the listing, and ask the seller if anything is unclear.
2Colors can shift over time
The balance of red, black and white can change gradually with growth and rearing conditions. The pattern you see when you first bring the fish home may not stay exactly the same, so it helps to enjoy the changes too.
3Keep the hood clean
The hood on the head is bumpy, so dirt or damage can be easy to miss there. Keep the water clean and look over the head every day for changes such as white deposits or redness. If something looks off, it is reassuring to consult an experienced keeper or a veterinarian who treats fish.
4Gentle nature, careful feeding
With its rounded body and unhurried swimming, an Oranda can lose out to faster goldfish at feeding time. Overfeeding can foul the water and upset the fish, so give small amounts and watch that it finishes them.
5Acclimate imports with care
Most Tricolor Oranda in circulation are imported from Indonesia, and imported fish can be sensitive to a change of environment. Because this variety is rated intermediate-level, acclimate it slowly on arrival and feed lightly at first while you watch how it settles in.
6Plan for adult size
There is little data on the adult size of this variety, and individuals vary. Prepare a roomy tank and ample filtration with future growth in mind, and change the water regularly.
7A long-term commitment
There is little lifespan data for this variety, so no firm number of years can be given. Assume a long commitment and think ahead about whether you can keep up daily care over a long period before bringing one home.
Frequently asked questions about Tricolor Oranda
- Q.How is it different from a Calico?
- A.Compared with the finely scattered Calico pattern, the red, black and white patches of a Tricolor Oranda are separated by clear borders. Many fish also look quite different on the left and right sides, so each one is distinct.
- Q.Can a beginner keep one?
- A.It is rated as intermediate-level. Water quality management and daily observation are essential, so it helps to learn goldfish basics and set up the tank and filtration before bringing one home.
- Q.How long does it live?
- A.There is little lifespan data for the Tricolor Oranda, so we cannot give a specific number of years. Actual lifespan varies with the individual and its living conditions.
- Q.How large does it grow?
- A.Because there is little data on the adult size of this variety, allow for individual differences and set up a roomy tank.
- Q.Can it live with other goldfish?
- A.Because it swims at an unhurried pace, it can lose out on food when kept with faster goldfish. If you keep them together, choose tank mates with a similar body shape and swimming style, and check that every fish is getting enough to eat.
Useful tools for Tricolor Oranda care
Learn more about Tricolor Oranda in the encyclopedia
View Tricolor Oranda encyclopedia entry →
Care difficulty, lifespan, size and diet — all basics covered.
More in this category
Can't find the one you're looking for?
Post your wishes for free and breeders with matching animals will contact you with introductions.