Goldfish | Why goldfish are an asset to the pond!

Gold zippers, the little fish you often see shooting by in the pond, because fast they are! But what kind of pond fish is the goldfish really and why are they an asset to the pond? I'll tell you all about it in this blog!

All about the gold zipper

• What kind of fish is the goldfish?
• Can gold zippers live together in groups?
• How old can a gold zipper get?
• What does the gold rush eat?
• What makes the goldfish an ideal pond fish?
• Do gold zippers coexist with pond plants?

What kind of fish is the goldfish?

A goldfin zipper, or Pimephales Promelas Auratus, is a small orange-colored fish that likes to live in schools with other goldfin zippers, therefore it is recommended to place at least a group of 6 goldfin zippers in the pond. The goldfin zipper can grow about 5-8 inches long, because this fish species is not too large it is also very fast. This allows it to escape when it senses danger, and it can quickly hijack insects such as dragonflies and damselflies that have entered the water of the pond. The goldfish may be a small fish but its beautiful striking orange color makes it a standout for any kind of pond.

Can gold zippers live together in groups?

Goldfish can live well in groups, in fact, they have a great need for this. This is because goldfish are small fish that by nature can be quickly preyed upon by other fish and pond animals. Because of this, even though this danger does not prevail in the pond, they seek a safe haven in the shoal. Thus, it is also important to purchase several gold zippers if you want your fish to remain happy. When the goldfin turtles are inactive and hiding, they do not exhibit natural behavior, which shows that your goldfin turtles are not happy. 

How old can a gold zipper get?

Despite the fact that gold zippers are not susceptible to diseases and are therefore strong fish, they do not get too old. This is because the goldfish is only a small fish, the average age of a goldfish is between 2 to 2.5 years old. They almost never die from diseases but often from old age.

What does the gold rush eat?

The goldfish is a fish that lives primarily on small aquatic organisms such as insect larvae, crustaceans and algae. They may also occasionally eat smaller fish, but less frequently. The goldfish should be fed supplemental fish food so the fish gets its nutrients.

What makes the goldfish an ideal pond fish?

When you purchase goldfish for the pond, make sure your pond is deep enough. Goldilocks need water that is at least 70 centimeters deep. They also like the presence of floating and non-floating aquatic plants in the pond that they can use as hiding places such as water lilies. It is important that the pond is deep because goldfish naturally need to hide from other fish so that they are not made prey. So this natural instinct is still in the fish, which is why it is important to comply with it. Gold zippers are beautiful orange colored fish, because they are only small, many gold zippers can be placed in the pond at the same time. They are fish that like to swim in schools, these factors make the goldfish a striking and active fish which makes them attractive to many pond owners!

Do gold zippers coexist with pond plants?

Gold zippers can certainly live in a pond with pond plants in it; in fact, they like this very much. In fact, they feel the need to hide when they think danger is imminent. Pond planting thus makes your pond attractive to the little fish. If the goldfish feels that it cannot hide when it wants to, it will not feel comfortable. Floating oxygen plants, for example, are a good option!

Frequently asked questions about gold zippers