Did you know that Goldfish can see more colours than us?
This cute little pet is one of the most popular fish that people like to see in their home aquariums. But don’t go on hearsay, that it is small, has three-second memory and whatnot. The truth is Goldfish has much more personality, which unique and intriguing. Here are some of the fascinating trivia about Goldfish that you might not know about.
There are several types of Goldfish.
You may just know and recognize the tiny and beautiful Goldfish, but the truth is that they come in all colours, shapes and sizes. Some of them are exotic-looking, and some can be pretty plain. Experts have categorized them into roughly 15 categories.
They can have a longer lifespan.
It might seem strange to you, as Goldfish owner hope to have them around for few years, that Goldfishes are also known for their longevity. But it is true, the oldest Goldfish in the world, name Tish passed away at the age of 43. The secret to her long life was a moderate diet and a bit of sunshine.
They can get pretty big too.
Most of us believe Goldfishes are small and tiny, but the truth is that some Goldfishes can be the size of a cat! Generally, Goldfish can be around eight to ten inches in size. It is believed that they are symbols of good luck and fortune, so the bigger the fish you pet, the luckier you could be.
They are very vocal.
Contrary to popular belief, Goldfish can be pretty noisy. They are known to express their various motion through grunts, hoots, snorts, and hums. They are really noisy while eating too.
You can teach them various tricks.
As you can train your cat or dog, you can also train your fish. If trained under the supervision of an expert, Goldfish can retrieve items, recognize colours, and can swim through the maze.
They love music.
Goldfish do listen to music and can tell the difference between two pieces of music. In a study conducted by Keio University, it was found that a group of Goldfish were able to enjoy the music and were also able to distinguish between the two pieces of music.
They don’t have a short memory.
There is no truth in this Urban legend. Goldfish do not have three-second memory. Goldfish are very intelligent creatures. In an experiment conducted by the experts, it was found that Goldfish are capable of remembering things for as long as three months.
So, which one of the facts you liked the most?
