The Butterfly Tail Red Medium is a selectively bred variety of fancy goldfish, distinguished by its vibrant colouring and ornate caudal fins. Originating from traditional Chinese breeding practices, it is prized for its graceful appearance and tranquil nature. A member of theCarassius auratus species, this goldfish is a popular choice among aquarists seeking aesthetic appeal combined with peaceful temperament. Proper husbandry is essential to maintain the health and beauty of this delicate fish.

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Features of a Butterfly Tail Tricolour

• Broad, horizontally spread tail resembling butterfly wings when viewed from above

• A solid red or deep orange-gold fish. The term “red” in goldfish often refers to this bright orange hue.

• Rounded, egg-shaped body with no dorsal fin in some strains

• Double anal and caudal fins, characteristic of fancy goldfish

• Poor swimming ability due to compact body and large fins

• Can reach up to 20 cm in length under optimal conditions

The Best Aquarium Size for Butterfly Tail Red Medium

A single Butterfly Tail Red Medium requires a minimum of 75 litres of water. For each additional fish, allow an extra 3540 litres to ensure ample swimming space and water quality stability. Overcrowding should be avoided as it leads to stress and increases disease susceptibility.

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Tank Mate Compatibility for Butterfly Tail Red Medium

Due to their gentle nature and limited mobility, Butterfly Tail Red Medium should be housed with similarly peaceful, slow-swimming species. Suitable tank mates include:

1. Ranchu Goldfish

2. Pearlscale Goldfish

3. Oranda Goldfish

4. Telescope Goldfish

5. White Cloud Mountain Minnows

6. Dojo Loaches

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Diet for Butterfly Tail Red Medium

Provide a varied diet consisting of high-quality sinking pellets, gel foods, and blanched vegetables such as spinach and peas. Occasional protein sources like bloodworms or brine shrimp may be offered. Avoid floating foods, which can cause swim bladder issues in fancy goldfish.

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Aquarium Setup for Butterfly Tail Red Medium

Aquarium Filtration

Use a low-flow, high-efficiency filtration system. Canister filters with adjustable flow are preferred to prevent strong currents that can tire or damage the fishs delicate fins.

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Aquarium Plants

Choose soft-leaved, broad-leaf plants like Anubias or Java Fern. Live plants help with water quality and reduce stress but must be arranged to prevent fin tearing.

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Aquarium Lighting

Moderate lighting is ideal. Ensure a consistent day/night cycle of 810 hours to maintain fish health and plant growth without promoting algae.

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Aquarium Heating

Maintain water temperature between 20C and 23C. While goldfish are cold-water fish, stable temperatures are critical for fancy varieties.

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Aquarium Substrate

Smooth, rounded gravel or sand is ideal to prevent injury. Avoid sharp materials that may damage the fins or be ingested.

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Aquarium Decorations

Use smooth, stable decorations free of sharp edges. Provide open space for swimming and gentle hiding spots to reduce stress.

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