{"product_id":"assorted-comet-goldfish","title":"Assorted Comet Goldfish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAssorted Comet Goldfish - Classic Cold-Water Pond Fish, Mixed Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Assorted Comet Goldfish is the classic single-tail pond goldfish, sold as a mixed colour run so no two fish are quite the same — expect everything from solid orange to red and white patterned individuals within the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue cold-water fish, comets do not need a heater and are happiest in a large, well-aerated tank or outdoor pond where their long, flowing single tail and fast, darting swimming style have room to shine. They are exceptionally hardy and grow quickly, so their housing needs to keep pace with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt N8 Aquatics, our fish are carefully raised and conditioned to ensure healthy stock suited to home aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSpecies Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm+ (grows large, especially in ponds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 L minimum, or a pond for full-grown specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, hardy, very active swimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–24°C (true cold-water fish, no heater required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eIdeal Habitat and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spacious 200 L or larger tank, or ideally an outdoor pond, gives this fast-growing cold-water fish the room it needs as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–24°C, no heater required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong — comets are powerful swimmers and appreciate good water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong filtration and frequent partial water changes, as these fish produce heavy waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn easy-feeding omnivore, the Comet Goldfish will eat readily but shouldn't be overfed given how messy the species can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoldfish flake or pellet as a daily staple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlanched vegetables such as peas or zucchini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional frozen bloodworm or brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed in small amounts several times a day rather than one large feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs true cold-water fish, comets and shubunkins are outgoing, fast-growing swimmers best paired with other single-tail goldfish that can keep pace with them at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable tankmates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Comet or Shubunkin Goldfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon or fancy single-tail goldfish of a similar size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, hardy pond fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Cloud Mountain Minnows in unheated setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhy Buy From N8 Aquatics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully raised aquarium fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, well-conditioned stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong genetics and vibrant colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreeder support if you have questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003ePickup Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN8 Aquatics currently operates as a local pickup-only breeder in Central Queensland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease ensure you are able to collect your fish before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2d5f3f; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eImportant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock sold by N8 Aquatics should be introduced to fully cycled aquariums suitable for the species being kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease ensure your aquarium setup and tankmates are appropriate before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"N8 Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"4-6cm","offer_id":47863545233513,"sku":"PISCES-18000","price":5.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7cm","offer_id":47863545266281,"sku":"PISCES-18015","price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9cm","offer_id":47863545299049,"sku":"PISCES-18020","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":47863545331817,"sku":"PISCES-18025","price":36.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15cm","offer_id":47863545364585,"sku":"PISCES-18030","price":46.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9520\/1897\/files\/4-6cm_Assorted_Comet_6b40a905-e37b-4ec7-aaf8-fa36bd0ff725.jpg?v=1785898047","url":"https:\/\/n8aquatics.com\/products\/assorted-comet-goldfish","provider":"N8 Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}