{"title":"Pond Fish","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"lemon-goldfish","title":"Lemon Goldfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"481\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eLemon Goldfish (Carassius auratus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eAdd bright, refreshing colour and classic charm to your aquarium with the eye-catching Lemon Goldfish. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCarassius auratus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Known for its soft yellow-gold “lemon” tone and flowing fins, this variety brings a clean, elegant look to coldwater aquariums and ponds. Peaceful, hardy, and full of gentle movement, Lemon Goldfish are perfect for aquarists wanting a lighter, more unique twist on traditional goldfish colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eTheir bright but soft colouring stands out beautifully against dark substrate, planted tanks, or outdoor pond environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"895\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eWhy Choose Lemon Goldfish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e🎨 Soft lemon-yellow body with smooth, even coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e🐠 Peaceful and social fancy goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e🌿 Ideal for ponds and large coldwater aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e⭐ Bright yet elegant alternative to orange goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e💨 Active swimmer with gentle, flowing movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eIn a spacious aquarium or pond, Lemon Goldfish glide gracefully through open water, often schooling peacefully with other goldfish varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: Carassius auratus\u003cbr data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Lemon Goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 120L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: ~15–20 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 18–24°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful and social\u003cbr data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Goldfish pellets, vegetables, gel food, frozen foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e👥 Group Size: Best kept with other fancy goldfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eLemon Goldfish thrive in well-filtered aquariums with stable water conditions, open swimming areas, and gentle water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eBest kept with other fancy goldfish varieties such as Fantails, Black Moors, and Orandas. Avoid faster single-tail goldfish that may outcompete them for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eLike all fancy goldfish, Lemon Goldfish produce significant waste and require strong filtration and regular maintenance. Their lighter coloration can be more sensitive to poor water quality, making stable conditions essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eA great choice for UK aquarists looking for a bright, elegant fancy goldfish with a soft, natural colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Snuffle and Swim","offers":[{"title":"6 - 9 cm","offer_id":55290662420861,"sku":"","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pond 2 - 3\"","offer_id":57950247420285,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/fantail_93.png?v=1745931816"},{"product_id":"sarasa-comet-goldfish","title":"Sarasa Comet Goldfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eSarasa Comet Goldfish (Carassius auratus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eAdd striking colour and fast-moving elegance to your aquarium or pond with the vibrant Sarasa Comet Goldfish. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCarassius auratus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Known for their brilliant red-and-white coloration and sleek, flowing fins, Sarasa Comets are a hardy single-tail goldfish variety that brings constant motion and visual impact to cool-water setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eActive, social, and highly resilient, they are perfect for aquarists looking for a colourful fish that thrives in spacious aquariums and outdoor ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eWhy Choose Sarasa Comet Goldfish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e🎨 Bold red-and-white calico-style coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e🐠 Fast, active single-tail swimming behaviour\u003cbr data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e🌿 Ideal for ponds and large cool-water aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e⭐ Extremely hardy and beginner-friendly goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e💨 Constant movement creates a lively display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eIn a well-maintained aquarium or pond, Sarasa Comets glide powerfully through open water, often schooling together in energetic groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: Carassius auratus\u003cbr data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Sarasa Comet Goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 180L+ recommended (ponds preferred for adults)\u003cbr data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: ~20–30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 10–24°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful and active\u003cbr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Goldfish pellets, vegetables, frozen foods, pond food\u003cbr data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e👥 Group Size: Best kept in groups with other single-tail goldfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eSarasa Comets thrive in spacious, well-oxygenated environments with strong filtration and plenty of swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eBest kept with other single-tail goldfish such as Common Goldfish, Comets, and Shubunkins. Avoid mixing with slower fancy goldfish varieties that may struggle to compete for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eSarasa Comets are strong swimmers and grow large over time, so long-term space planning is essential. They do best in ponds or very large aquariums with excellent filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eA fantastic choice for UK aquarists wanting a hardy, fast-swimming goldfish with bold colour and constant activity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Snuffle and Swim","offers":[{"title":"6 - 9 cm","offer_id":55290667336061,"sku":"","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pond 5-7cm","offer_id":57872531685757,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/fantail_15.png?v=1743073626"},{"product_id":"shubunkin-goldfish","title":"Shubunkin Goldfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"471\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eShubunkin Goldfish (Carassius auratus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eAdd vibrant colour and active swimming behaviour to your aquarium or pond with the beautiful Shubunkin Goldfish. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCarassius auratus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Known for their striking calico patterning and graceful flowing fins, Shubunkins are one of the most popular single-tail goldfish varieties. Their unique mix of blue, orange, black, red, and white coloration ensures that every fish develops its own distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eHardy, active, and fast-swimming, Shubunkin Goldfish are ideal for larger cool-water aquariums and outdoor ponds where their colours and movement can truly shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eWhy Choose Shubunkin Goldfish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e🎨 Stunning calico mix of blue, orange, black, white, and red\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e🐠 Active and hardy single-tail goldfish variety\u003cbr data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e🌿 Perfect for ponds and large cool-water aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e⭐ Each fish develops completely unique patterning\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e💨 Faster and stronger swimmers than fancy goldfish varieties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eIn a spacious aquarium or pond, Shubunkin Goldfish constantly explore open water, creating a colourful and energetic display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: Carassius auratus\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Shubunkin Goldfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 180L+ recommended (ponds preferred for adults)\u003cbr data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: ~20–30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 10–24°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful and active\u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Goldfish pellets, vegetables, frozen foods, pond foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e👥 Group Size: Best kept with other single-tail goldfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eShubunkin Goldfish thrive in spacious, well-filtered environments with excellent oxygenation and plenty of swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eBest suited with other active single-tail goldfish such as Comets and Common Goldfish. Avoid mixing with slower fancy goldfish varieties that may struggle to compete for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eShubunkins grow significantly larger than many expect and require long-term space planning. 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Originally a golden variety of the European Ide, it is prized for its shimmering orange-gold hue and its tendency to swim near the surface in social shoals. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColouration: Typically has a pale orange to vibrant yellow-gold base. You may see occasional black spots or \"flecks\" on their backs, particularly near the head.\u003cbr\u003eBody Shape: They possess a slender, streamlined, and aerodynamic body built for speed.\u003cbr\u003eSize: In typical pond conditions, they usually reach 30–40 cm (approx. 12–16 inches), though they can grow up to 60 cm (24 inches) in ideal environments.\u003cbr\u003eFins \u0026amp; Eyes: They feature a deeply forked tail fin and large eyes. 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