Can two male goldfish live together?

Goldfish (Carassius auratus) are social animals and when kept in groups can be seen regularly interacting with other goldfish. Keeping at least two goldfish in an aquarium is recommended to provide companionship and promote activity. Solitary fish can exhibit depression and lethargy.

Do male goldfish chase other males?

As the mating frenzy begins and pheromones (chemicals that one fish releases into the water to chemically communicate with other fish) stimulate chasing behavior, some males and females may chase other males, and some females may join males in chasing other females.

Do goldfish like to live together?

Goldfish get along well with most peaceful, similarly sized fish. Fin nippers and boisterous fish should be avoided. If housed without a heater, they should be kept with other fish that are tolerant of cooler water temperatures. They are gregarious, meaning they like to hang around together.

Can you keep male and female goldfish together?

Generally, goldfish are very peaceful fish so keeping multiple goldfish together is easy. Also, if you keep male and female goldfish then you can breed them.

Why is my goldfish nipping at my other goldfish?

Territorial

The most common cause of a goldfish being territorial is if they are jealous of other fish in the tank or if the tank is too small. Territorial behavior is distinguished by chasing and nipping other goldfish away from a certain area in the tank.

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What size tank do I need for 2 goldfish?

Based on the rules above, the goldfish tank size we recommend for two goldfish is: 42 gallons for two Common goldfish. That's 30 gallons for the first fish and 12 additional gallons for the second fish.

Do goldfish get excited to see you?

Goldfish are certainly smarter than you think. Some have been observed to perceive and remember well enough to distinguish between people. They often notice the person who feeds them each day, and will get excited when they see them.

Why is my male goldfish chasing the female?

The male goldfish will then chase the female around the tank. The aim of this is to encourage the female to release her eggs. The mating “dance” of goldfish is tiring and they will chase each other nearly to the point of exhaustion!

Can 2 goldfish live together in a bowl?

Goldfish can't live in a bowl under any circumstances, no matter the type or size of your goldfish. Goldfish don't grow to their surroundings, they stop growing as a survival mechanism, but there's a catch, their organs don't stop growing. Basically putting a goldfish in a bowl will make them implode.

What age can you tell the gender of a goldfish?

Female and male goldfish don't display sexual dimorphism (physical differences) until they reach adulthood. This means you won't be able to reliably tell the gender of your fish when they are juveniles (young fish). Both female and male fish reach maturity at the same age, usually around 9 to 12 months old.

Will bigger goldfish eat smaller goldfish?

Goldfish by nature are not aggressive, and are not predatory. The short answer would be, "No, they don't eat each other".

What fish can be in a tank with goldfish?

If you only own fancy goldfish, cold water minnows may be a good option. They're very inexpensive, tend to school together, and only grow to 1.5 to 2 inches long. When you first buy them, they'll be much smaller, so consider growing them out (and even breeding them) before adding them to the goldfish tank.

Do goldfish recognize their owners?

Pet goldfish can distinguish between humans, and often recognise the human that regularly feeds them. Pet goldfish can also seem quite scared of new people, but become more comfortable with their owners over time as they realise they aren't a threat.

How do you tell if my goldfish are fighting or playing?

If you notice one goldfish chasing another goldfish all the time, or biting them, then they are fighting. If this is happening in your tank, you'll need to do something about it.

Why are my goldfish turning black?

Ammonia changes are, by far, the most common reason why goldfish turn black. Generally, the color change starts on the fins. Over time, it can get progressively worse and spread to the body. There, it'll appear as small batches of black skin that look burnt.

Is it cruel to have one goldfish?

Unfortunately, despite traditions, experts generally agree that most goldfish bowls are unsuitable for goldfish – keeping goldfish in one can be considered inhumane.

Is keeping goldfish in a tank cruel?

It's not cruel to keep goldfish in a bowl. Of course, I know you've already come across some folks who claim goldfish can't live in a bowl and that it's cruelty to the fish. But that flatly not true and the bowl should be the last thing to point out when referring to goldfish cruelty.

Should goldfish be kept alone?

Goldfish are just not the same as humans – they're not social animals in the same way that we are, and they don't have the same capacity to get bored or long for companionship. In fact, many of the longest living goldfish have been kept alone, with no obvious harm to their well being.

How long are goldfish pregnant before laying eggs?

Hatching Time

After release and fertilization, goldfish eggs hatch in two to seven days. In water at 84 degrees Fahrenheit, fertilized goldfish eggs hatch in 46 to 54 hours; in water at 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, they hatch in five to seven days.

How many times a day should you feed goldfish?

Feed 2-3 times daily. It is important to avoid overfeeding goldfish as this can cause indigestion and/or contaminate the tank. In terms of the amount to feed, a good rule of thumb is to only feed an amount that the goldfish can consume in under two minutes or only feed as much as the size of the goldfish's eye.

What do goldfish like to play with?

Creating a Playful Environment. Use large and smooth gravel stones. Goldfish love to swim around the bottom of the tank. Because of this, you need to make sure your stones are large so that they cannot be swallowed.

Why do my goldfish swim towards me?

Usually goldfish swim up to meet you because they think you are going to feed them. They know they depend on you and love you back. It's so simple, even a 6 year old can tell if their goldfish is happy and healthy by using the goldfish behavior like/hate tips.

How can you tell if a goldfish is happy?