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Live fish will be delivered only to selected pincodes in Kolkata and nearby areas.
Here is a complete care guide and profile for the stunning Panda Oranda Goldfish, one of the most eye-catching varieties of fancy goldfish.
🐟 Panda Oranda Goldfish – Complete Profile & Care Guide
✅ Common Names:
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Panda Oranda
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Panda Goldfish
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Oranda Panda
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Black and White Oranda
🔬 Scientific Classification:
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carassius auratus |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Type | Fancy Goldfish (Oranda variety) |
| Origin | China and Japan (selectively bred from common goldfish) |
📏 Appearance & Coloration:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Color Pattern | Distinct black and white pattern – resembles a panda |
| Body Shape | Egg-shaped, rounded body |
| Wen (Head Growth) | Large, raspberry-like fleshy growth on top of the head and face |
| Fins | Long, flowing double tail (fantail) and paired pectoral/anal fins |
| Size | 6 – 8 inches (15 – 20 cm), can grow larger in ponds |
| Dorsal Fin | Present and upright (unlike Ranchu) |
🎨 Panda Orandas are known for their high contrast black and white markings, though coloration can fade or change with age or environment.
🌡️ Water Parameters:
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 20 – 26°C (68 – 78°F) |
| pH Level | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| GH (Hardness) | 6 – 18 dGH |
| Ammonia/Nitrite | 0 ppm (highly sensitive) |
| Nitrate | < 40 ppm |
| Water Type | Freshwater only |
⚠️ Keep water clean and parameters stable; avoid high ammonia or nitrites at all times.
🏡 Tank Setup:
| Feature | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | Minimum 30 gallons per fish (fancy goldfish need space) |
| Substrate | Smooth gravel or bare-bottom for easy cleaning |
| Decor | Driftwood, smooth rocks, hardy plants like Anubias, Java Fern (avoid sharp decor) |
| Filtration | Powerful filtration with low flow (can use sponge filter) |
| Aeration | Use air stones for proper oxygenation |
| Lighting | Moderate – enhances color and plant health |
| Tank Lid | Recommended – Orandas may jump occasionally |
🧼 Orandas are messy – choose overpowered filters and clean regularly.
🍽️ Feeding Guide:
| Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Staple Food | High-quality sinking pellets or gel food for goldfish |
| Protein Treats | Bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp (live or frozen) |
| Vegetables | Blanched peas (shell removed), zucchini, spinach |
| Feeding Schedule | 2–3 times a day in small portions |
✅ Avoid floating food – sinking food helps prevent swim bladder issues common in fancy goldfish.
🧬 Breeding Panda Orandas:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Spawning Method | Egg scatterers – no parental care |
| Breeding Season | Spring (or simulate with temp & light changes) |
| Sexing | Males develop white breeding tubercles on gills; females rounder |
| Egg Care | Move adults after spawning – they eat the eggs |
| Fry Diet | Infusoria → Baby brine shrimp → Crushed flakes |
🎨 Color pattern of fry is unpredictable; panda coloration is rare in juveniles.
🧾 Quick Profile Summary:
| Feature | Info |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carassius auratus (Oranda variety) |
| Common Name | Panda Oranda |
| Size | 6 – 8 inches |
| Lifespan | 10 – 15 years (with good care) |
| Temperament | Peaceful, slow-moving |
| Swimming Zone | Middle to bottom |
| Compatibility | Best with other fancy goldfish (not fast swimmers) |
| Care Level | Intermediate |
| Breeding | Moderate difficulty |
🧼 Maintenance Tips:
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💧 Weekly 25–40% water changes
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🧪 Regular testing for ammonia/nitrite/nitrate
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🧼 Rinse filter media in tank water monthly
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⚠️ Monitor wen for fungal/bacterial infections (common issue)
🤝 Good Tank Mates:
| ✅ Compatible | ❌ Avoid |
|---|---|
| Other Fancy Goldfish | Common/Comet goldfish (too fast) |
| Ranchus, Telescopes, Moors | Barbs, Bettas, Cichlids |
| Snails, Corydoras | Aggressive or fin-nipping species |
🌟 Special Notes & Fun Facts:
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🎩 The wen (head growth) continues to develop with age — it's soft and should be kept clean.
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🐼 Panda Orandas may change color over time (black may fade with age or water conditions).
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🧬 They are often hand-selected and bred in Asia for unique color balance and wen formation.
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🐠 Perfect for display tanks due to their graceful swimming and striking appearance.
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