Pearlscale Goldfish are very popular and can be found in collectors’ tanks throughout the world. Their hardiness and ability to live in cold temperatures make them ideal pets. Instead of having the long, slender body of the Common Goldfish or the Shubunkins, the Pearlscale is one of the more rounded or egg-shaped fancy goldfish. They have a straight back with a swollen belly, resembling a golf ball.
The Pearlscale Goldfish is usually twin-tailed with a very compact body. It can be easily recognized by its nacreous scales that have raised centers and dark perimeters. Arranged in rows, these distinctive scales look like pale pearls.This is the only variety of goldfish with these types of scales. The Pearlscale Goldfish can be found in all kinds of colors, including red, blue, black, calico, chocolate, and red/white combinations.
These are one of the newer varieties of fancy goldfish. The first known mention of them is from the early 20th century. They have been developed largely in England where they first appeared in 1900. Today, there are more than 125 captive-bred fancy goldfish varieties.
Crown Pearlscale Goldfish
