{"product_id":"golden-comet-goldfish","title":"Golden Comet Goldfish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGolden Comet Goldfish - Solid Golden-Orange, Built to Grow Big\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Golden Comet Goldfish shows a solid, even golden-orange colouration across its entire body, giving it the clean, uniform look most people picture when they think of a classic goldfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an unheated, true cold-water fish that grows large and fast, developing a long, elegant single tail and a streamlined body built for speed. Comets are among the most active swimmers in the goldfish family, and given the space they will happily reach pond-sized proportions over time.\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\u003ePlan for a 200 L or larger tank at minimum, or better still an outdoor pond, since this comet strain grows quickly and needs room to reach its full size.\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\u003eThis hardy omnivore isn't a fussy eater, but portion control matters given how much waste comets produce.\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":"5cm","offer_id":47863545790569,"sku":"PISCES-18003","price":9.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7cm","offer_id":47863545823337,"sku":"PISCES-18018","price":17.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9cm","offer_id":47863545856105,"sku":"PISCES-18022","price":31.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9520\/1897\/files\/5cm_Golden_Comet_51a2c0e4-e503-49fa-aef5-30a6abd40501.jpg?v=1785898043","url":"https:\/\/n8aquatics.com\/products\/golden-comet-goldfish","provider":"N8 Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}