Why are the Big goldfish chasing the small goldfish?

Why are the Big goldfish chasing the small goldfish?

Putted them in yesterday and notice the bigger goldfish starting to chase after the small ones. I am worried about they’ll get stressed/injured, so I’ve separated them into 2 tanks now.

What does it mean when goldfish is happy to see you?

If your goldfish does not appear to be in distress, gasping, or struggling in any way and he is demonstrating excitement, then it may be safe to assume that he is simply happy to see you! Goldfish are fascinating and mysterious creatures. They are intelligent, delicate, yet hardy and strong beings that require our constant care.

When to take notice of a goldfish at the surface?

However, it is when you notice that your fish is spending a lot of time near the surface that you may want to take notice. A goldfish that is spending extensive time at the surface and appears to be struggling, gasping or in distress in any way may be having a hard time breathing.

How big are ryukin and Oranda goldfish?

I’ve been looking after a (size ~12cm) Oranda goldfish for about 3 weeks now. I thought it would be good to buy him 2 friends to play with and so I’ve got 2 more goldfish, a Ryukin and Oranda (both size ~6-7cm).

Putted them in yesterday and notice the bigger goldfish starting to chase after the small ones. I am worried about they’ll get stressed/injured, so I’ve separated them into 2 tanks now.

However, it is when you notice that your fish is spending a lot of time near the surface that you may want to take notice. A goldfish that is spending extensive time at the surface and appears to be struggling, gasping or in distress in any way may be having a hard time breathing.

If your goldfish does not appear to be in distress, gasping, or struggling in any way and he is demonstrating excitement, then it may be safe to assume that he is simply happy to see you! Goldfish are fascinating and mysterious creatures. They are intelligent, delicate, yet hardy and strong beings that require our constant care.

What does it mean when goldfish is struggling to breathe?

However, it is when you notice that your fish is spending a lot of time near the surface that you may want to take notice. A goldfish that is spending extensive time at the surface and appears to be struggling, gasping or in distress in any way may be having a hard time breathing. Goldfish breathe the oxygen found in the tank water.