The Oranda Goldfish is one of the most popular goldfish in the world.
This beautiful gold fish has a large round shape, shimmering scales, and a long flowing split caudal (tail) fin that fans out when it stops swimming.
They can have metallic or matte scales and are available in a wide variety of colors including red, black, calico, chocolate and red/white combinations and a more recently developed blue color.
The Oranda Goldfish can be confused with the Lionhead Goldfish when their coloring is very similar. The photo on the The Lionhead also has higher arching on the back and more intense bubbly growth around the face.
Oranda Goldfish are very popular and are found in collectors tanks throughout the world. But although they are widely available, they are considered delicate and not recommended as a beginner fish. Unlike the flat-bodied types of goldfish, they have a lower tolerance for pollution and cannot tolerate extremely cool temperatures.