Black Moor Goldfish – Carassius auratus auratus
Black Moor Goldfish — Carassius auratus auratus are a really a black version or variety of the Telescope Goldfish. The beautiful eyes of the these Black Moors do not extend out as much as a Telescope Goldfish. They feature dark bulging eyes so many people refer to them as Dragon Eye Goldfish and Black Peony Goldfish. Black Moor juveniles are a dark bronze with flat eyes. As they mature, they become black, and their eyes start to telescope. Can live up to 20 years.
Common Name: Black Moor, Moor
Scientific Name: Carassius auratus auratus
Size: 4” and have been known to grow up to 10”
Care Level: ÷Beginner+
Tank Mates: House single or in groups. Compatible with Telescope Goldfish, Celestial Goldfish, Water Bubble-Eye Goldfish.
Natural Habitat: They inhabit the slow moving and stagnant waters of rivers, lakes, ponds, and ditches feeding on plants, detritus, small crustaceans, and insects.
Aquarium Size: 10 gallon minimum
It is best starting with 20 — 30 gallon tank for your first goldfish. Increase the size of the tank by 10 gallons for each additional goldfish. Black Moor Goldfish — Carassius auratus auratus need lots of room.
Ideal Tank: Use gravel substrate to help create a natural environment for your fish. When adding décor, remember that the Black Moor has very poor vision because of its eyes. All ornamentation should be smooth with no points or sharp edges. When using artificial aquarium plants use ones that are made of silk.
Aquarium Water Temperature: 65.0 to 72.0° F (18.3 to 22.2° C)
Aquarium Water pH: Range 6.0−8.0
Feeding: Omnivorous. They will eat a variety of fresh, frozen, and flake foods. Feed them a high quality flake food every day. Feed brine shrimp (either live or frozen), blood worms, Daphnia, or tubifex worms as a treat. They will also nibble on live aquatic floating plants like salvnia and limnobium. See our Easy Care Plants. The Black Moors’ protruding eyes give them poor vision, so they need extra time to feed. Any leftover food should be scooped out with a fine fish net. Food left in the tank will not be eaten and will cause water parameter issues.
Other Considerations: Black Moor goldfish are very popular. You will see them in collectors’ aquariums around the world. Their hardiness and ability to live in cold temperatures make them ideal companions. Along with the Fantail Goldfish, Ryukin Goldfish, Common Goldfish, Comet Goldfish, and Shubunkin Goldfish, the Black Moor are considered good beginner goldfish.