The Comets in the photos are the exact goldfish you will receive when you order. (1 batch only)
Deep-red Comet goldfish
Comets are a long-bodied, single-tailed variety of goldfish (Carassius auratus), recognised for their long, flowing tail and streamlined body. Their colour can range from orange and red-orange through to deep red, scarlet and rich crimson.
The really impressive specimens can develop a colour that looks almost lacquered or blood-red, especially when viewed in good natural light.
Several things contribute to that appearance:
- Genetics — The underlying genetics determine how intensely red the fish can become and how well it retains that colour as it matures.
- Pigment development — Young goldfish can change considerably as they grow. Red/orange pigment can intensify, consolidate or become more evenly distributed.
- Age and maturity — A young Comet may begin relatively orange and develop a much deeper red as it matures.
- Skin quality — The depth and clarity of the skin can affect how rich the colour appears.
- Nutrition — A balanced diet supports normal pigmentation and health. Foods containing carotenoid pigments can enhance red/orange tones, but they cannot create genetic colour that the fish doesn't possess.
- Water quality — Excellent, stable water helps the fish maintain healthy skin and colour. Poor water quality can cause stress and dull the overall appearance.
Delivered Directly to Your Door
Your fish are carefully packed at our farm and shipped via courier directly to you. We take every precaution to ensure they arrive safely and in the best possible condition.
We stand behind the health of our fish with a Live Delivery Guarantee.
If you're looking for beautiful, healthy Shubunkins with quality colour and pattern, this carefully selected pack is a great way to start or add to your pond.
All fish are couriered directly to your door or the nearest pickup point—no pickups available from the farm.
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Orders are shipped each Monday, arriving Tuesday or Wednesday.
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Cut-off for weekly shipping is Saturday at 5pm. Orders after this time ship the following Monday fortnight.
If you currently have koi in the pond, you can feed them the same food. add fish food to the order feed australian fish food floating pellets.
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