{"product_id":"red-comet-goldfish-4-5cm","title":"Red Comet Goldfish – 4–5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Comet Goldfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCarassius auratus\u003c\/em\u003e) are active, single-tailed goldfish suited to spacious, well-filtered coldwater aquariums and established outdoor ponds. Red to orange-red body colour, with a streamlined shape and forked single tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize supplied:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5 cm (approximate; individual fish vary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly 20–30 cm, sometimes larger with excellent care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e often 10–15+ years with appropriate husbandry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally peaceful, active and social\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, clean, well-oxygenated freshwater; avoid sustained tropical temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e quality goldfish pellets, supplemented with suitable vegetable matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e similarly sized, peaceful single-tailed goldfish; avoid small fish that may be eaten and delicate fancy goldfish that may be outcompeted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpace and long-term care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are \u003cstrong\u003enot small-bowl fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Comets grow quickly and produce substantial waste. Plan for a large mature aquarium or pond with powerful biological filtration, regular partial water changes, and generous open swimming space. They are best kept with compatible goldfish rather than tropical community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout your fish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhotographs are representative, AI-enhanced illustrations of the variety based on our livestock photos. The fish delivered will vary in colour, pattern, fin shape and size within the stated range. Livestock is assessed before dispatch; shipping remains subject to suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glass \u0026 Gill","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":54252977914150,"sku":"CM-0095","price":85.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/glass-gill-red-comet-goldfish_6510ff5c-e8a5-4b23-b299-42b711f869d4.png?v=1793358992","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/red-comet-goldfish-4-5cm","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}