{"product_id":"shubunkin-goldfish","title":"Shubunkin Goldfish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShubunkin Goldfish - Calico Colour Across a Fast, Hardy Frame\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shubunkin Goldfish is a calico-patterned single-tail goldfish, showing a nacreous scaling with patches of blue, red, black and orange scattered across its body — a colour combination unique to this striking variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShubunkins share the same lean, streamlined body and long single tail as the Comet, making them equally fast, active swimmers and equally true cold-water fish that need no heater. They are exceptionally hardy and well suited to outdoor ponds, where their calico colouring shows beautifully against the water.\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\u003eHouse the Shubunkin in a 200 L or larger tank, or better yet an outdoor pond, to match its active swimming style and eventual large adult 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 feeds easily on a varied diet, with vegetable matter helping round things out.\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":47863547199593,"sku":"PISCES-18010","price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7cm","offer_id":47863547232361,"sku":"PISCES-18040","price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9cm","offer_id":47863547265129,"sku":"PISCES-18035","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9520\/1897\/files\/5cm_Shubunkin_272fdf90-1203-4c44-8454-81acaac117e7.jpg?v=1785898036","url":"https:\/\/n8aquatics.com\/products\/shubunkin-goldfish","provider":"N8 Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}