The Oranda is one of several varieties of what is commonly known as the Fancy Goldfish, which originally came from parts of Asia, Japan, and China but now enjoys worldwide distribution due to controlled… 

The term "Fancy Goldfish" refers to members of the Goldfish family specifically bred to enhance certain colors or body characteristics, such as the tail or head shape. 

Goldfish are commonly kept in very small containers without filtration or heaters. Goldfish develop at a rapid rate and quickly outgrow these containers. Goldfish require lots of room and a 29-gallon… 

Many aquarists remember their first attempts at the hobby as a child, eagerly overfeeding a bright orange goldfish in a bare small bowl with colored marbles on the bottom. It's a myth that you can…