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Key Points
Welcome to the Goldfish, where you can test your knowledge and learn more about one of the most popular aquarium fish! These fish are known for their large eyes and their impressive sense of smell which is often thought to be more developed than a human's.
Take the quiz to test your knowledge of Goldfish if you believe you know everything there is to know about them or if you want to learn more about this top pet fish species!
Quiz Questions
- What is the scientific name for the goldfish?
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- Carassius rufus
- Carassius latrans
- Carassius auratus
- Carassius aureus
- What is the average lifespan of a goldfish in captivity?
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- 14-18 years
- 9-15 years
- 2-5 years
- 6-8 years
- Where do goldfish originate from?
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- Asia
- Australia
- Africa
- North America
- What is the average size of a goldfish?
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- 9-12 inches
- 6-10 inches
- 1-2 inches
- 4-8 inches
- What is the main diet of a goldfish?
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- Plants
- Mosquito Larvae
- Fish
- All of the Above
- What type of water do goldfish prefer?
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- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Brackish water
- Cold water
- What is the most common color of a goldfish?
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- Silver
- Gold/Orange
- Red
- Black
- What is the main predator of goldfish?
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- Birds
- Fish
- Humans
- Cats
- What is the average weight of a goldfish?
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- 3-8 ounces
- 6-10 ounces
- 0.5-2 ounces
- 2-5 ounces
- What is the main habitat of goldfish?
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- Streams
- Lakes
- Ponds
- All of the Above
- What is the main purpose of goldfish?
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- Pets
- Decoration
- Food
- Pest control
- What is the main characteristic of goldfish?
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- Sharp teeth
- Long fins
- Bright colors
- Large eyes
- What is the main method of reproduction for goldfish?
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- Live birth
- Eggs
- Budding
- Spores
- What is the main method of communication for goldfish?
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- Vocalizations
- Body language
- Chemical signals
- Electrical signals
- What is the main method of respiration for goldfish?
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- Trachea
- Skin
- Lungs
- Gills
- What is the main method of social interaction for goldfish?
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- Territoriality
- Pair bonding
- Solitary
- Schooling
History Of The Goldfish
The goldfish (Carassius auratus) is a freshwater fish in the genus Carassius, belonging to the family Cyprinidae and is endemic to China. They were first domesticated in China from Crucian Carp during the Tang Dynasty, more than 1000 years ago. Although they are still considered members of the carp family, it is believed that they were called goldfish after a color mutation appeared, resulting in yellow-orange scales, and selective breeding of these "gold" carp varieties began. They were then kept as pets and made their way to Japan in the 16th century. They were first imported to the United States from Japan in 1878.
Interesting Goldfish Facts
This popular pet fish needs light to produce the pigment found in its skin. If a goldfish does not get enough light or doesn't get any light at all, then its skin will stop producing the pigment that it needs to create its beautiful fluorescent colors. Read on for more interesting facts!


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