Free delivery in Belgium and reduced shipping costs of €2.99 to France on orders over €59!
Free delivery in Belgium and reduced shipping costs of €2.99 to France on orders over €59!
Elegant, peaceful coldwater goldfish, ideal for family aquariums
The Fantail (Carassius auratus var. Fantail) is a popular variety of goldfish, easily recognised by its veil-shaped tail and graceful swimming. It is a hardy, calm and easy-to-keep fish, perfect for family aquariums or small outdoor ponds in summer.
The Fantail is a peaceful, schooling fish that enjoys living in a group of several individuals. It swims slowly and should be kept with calm companions (Oranda, Ranchu, Pom Pom, Telescope, etc.). Provide a spacious aquarium of at least 60 L per fish, with clean, well-filtered water and gentle circulation.
For more information on goldfish care, see our guide (in French): Goldfish care guide.
As an omnivore, the Fantail eats flakes, floating pellets and fresh foods. It particularly enjoys goldfish foods rich in spirulina and carotenoids, which promote intense colours and harmonious growth. Offer several small meals a day to avoid constipation and buoyancy issues.
Before adding the fish, treat the water with a water conditioner to neutralise chlorine and heavy metals. Good oxygenation and regular maintenance ensure healthy water.
Use a fine sand substrate to prevent injuries, and add hardy aquatic plants such as Anubias, Vallisneria or Cryptocoryne. Avoid sharp decorations and strong currents.
| Scientific name | Carassius auratus var. Fantail |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 12 – 15 cm |
| Origin | Asia (selective breeding) |
| Temperature | 18 – 24 °C |
| pH | 6.8 – 7.5 |
| GH | 6 – 12 °dGH |
| KH | 4 – 8 °KH |
| Conductivity | 300 – 600 µS |
| Life expectancy | 10 – 15 years |
| Behavior | Calm, schooling, peaceful |
| Swimming zone | Middle / bottom |
| Minimum volume | 60 L per fish |
| Diet | Omnivore |
The Fantail is sensitive to water quality: perform weekly water changes of 20–25% to protect its health and the beauty of its fins.
Discover our quiet filters for goldfish and our specialised foods for long-finned varieties.
The fish are shipped with great care in suitable insulated packaging, ensuring their safety during transport.
Specific References
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.
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