Black Moor Companion

Vinny · 08-04-2007, 04:36 PM

I have just recently purchased a Black Moor Goldfish for my 10-Gallon tank! It seems to be doing very well, for I have already cycled the tank. But the only problem I have is that I feel my Goldie is getting rather lonesome in his tank....

So, I was wondering what fish are compatible with Goldfish. I want a very small fish to accompany my Goldfish, for I know a Goldie needs a lot of space in its aquarium... but nonetheless, it will be happier with a friend to play with, so to keep it content and fit.

Any suggestions?... Thanks.

FishHead · 08-04-2007, 06:51 PM

you can get a minnow, which actually grow a pretty good size. my GF grabbed one from wallmart and its like 4 inches.

Buggy · 08-04-2007, 07:18 PM

You really don't have room for anything else, the goldfish will make a lot of bio load by himself. Taking into account that goldfish are cold water fish that also limits the choice of fish that can go with him. I might suggest a couple of Rosy Red minnows. You can ususally get those as "feeder fish" at the pet store. Just make sure that's what you are getting and not very small comet goldfish. And if they come from a tank that looks less then clean, I suggest you quarintine them for a couple of weeks. Goldie and any companions you get for him will be much happier and healthier if you can get him a larger tank.

Vinny · 08-04-2007, 07:25 PM

Okay.... that sounds good! This way, my Black Moor will have a companion in his tank, and will never get lonesome. heh. Not to mention he should be getting some exercise chasing around his little minnow friend...

wkhaiaun · 10-19-2007, 05:51 AM

Just get another goldfish would do. It does not necessarily has to be a moor. Like a Fantail probably.

fishbguy · 10-19-2007, 09:23 AM

vinny, vinny, vinny...didn't I tell you not to get a moor for your 10??

:P

redpaulhus · 10-19-2007, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wkhaiaun

Just get another goldfish would do. It does not necessarily has to be a moor. Like a Fantail probably.

A 10g tank is too small for two goldfish.

Long term - its too small for one.

Salsafish · 10-19-2007, 08:47 PM

If you are considering getting another goldie, you should make it another moor or a telescope. Moors are visually handicapped and if you put a regular goldie in with him, the regular goldie will find all the food first and you will end up overfeeding the fish just to make sure the moor gets to eat at all. another fish with similar vision will make it easier.

Consider getting a bigger tank as well. It doesn't see like a problem when they are very small but as they grow they will quickly overwhelm your filter, and your water quality will start to suffer and then so will the fish.

You should have a minimum of 20 gal for 2 goldies....for now. They get big!

Vinny · 10-20-2007, 07:26 AM

Heh, I appreciate the advice... although, this thread is more than two months old, and next time you might want to check the date at the top left-hand corner of the post.

Two months ago, I have sold the black moor back to the LFS I bought it from, realizing it was not suitable for a 10 gallon tank.

Its funny how I was such a newb to fishkeeping back then.

ryukin · 10-26-2007, 03:54 AM

Hi,
Blackmoor are the poor eaters in goldfishes. They hav very poor eyesight. They tend to search food at the bottom of the tank manytimes. So my suggestion is to put any telescopic goldies with this blackmoor. When you add any active and good eating fish it will clear all the food before the blackmoor gets its share. So i recommend any slow moving goldfish would be best suited.

Ryukin
Goldfish Book : http://petgoldfishsecrets.com/

Sock Yee · 12-29-2007, 06:32 AM

One thing to note is that Goldfish are best kept to themselves and try not to mix with other species of fish. Moor should do fine with other goldfish like fantail, comet and other common goldfish. Try to avoid bubble eyes because moor will out compete them when searching for food.

08-04-2007, 04:36 PM	#1
Vinny Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lake Forest, IL Age: 16 Posts: 160	Black Moor Companion I have just recently purchased a Black Moor Goldfish for my 10-Gallon tank! It seems to be doing very well, for I have already cycled the tank. But the only problem I have is that I feel my Goldie is getting rather lonesome in his tank.... So, I was wondering what fish are compatible with Goldfish. I want a very small fish to accompany my Goldfish, for I know a Goldie needs a lot of space in its aquarium... but nonetheless, it will be happier with a friend to play with, so to keep it content and fit. Any suggestions?... Thanks.

08-04-2007, 07:18 PM	#3
Buggy Room Mother Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oklahoma Age: 42 Posts: 745	You really don't have room for anything else, the goldfish will make a lot of bio load by himself. Taking into account that goldfish are cold water fish that also limits the choice of fish that can go with him. I might suggest a couple of Rosy Red minnows. You can ususally get those as "feeder fish" at the pet store. Just make sure that's what you are getting and not very small comet goldfish. And if they come from a tank that looks less then clean, I suggest you quarintine them for a couple of weeks. Goldie and any companions you get for him will be much happier and healthier if you can get him a larger tank. __________________ Fish are people too! *My Animal Family* Dixie - Boxer/Lab Peanut -Chihuahua Cali - American Short-hair Cat B.B. - Parakeet Flower - Western Ornate Box Turtle Loki - White Ferret Odin - Brown Ferret *Aquariums* 55 gal tropical Fresh Water - 23 various fish 29 gal tropical Fresh Water - 4 various cichlids 10 gal tropical Fresh Water - 1 Red Male Betta, 3 black neon tetras, 1 Asian Glass Catfish

10-19-2007, 09:23 AM	#6
fishbguy I'm watching you Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: michigan Age: 17 Posts: 1,891	vinny, vinny, vinny...didn't I tell you not to get a moor for your 10?? :P __________________ I think about you in the summertime And all the good times we had, baby It’s been a few years and I can’t deny The thought of you still makes me crazy I think about you in the summertime Summertime - New Kids On The Block

12-29-2007, 06:32 AM	#11
Sock Yee Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Age: 26 Posts: 40	One thing to note is that Goldfish are best kept to themselves and try not to mix with other species of fish. Moor should do fine with other goldfish like fantail, comet and other common goldfish. Try to avoid bubble eyes because moor will out compete them when searching for food. __________________ Aquarium Fish Ryukin \| Live Aquarium Plants Fish Species Black Moor Community Tank \| Veiltail Neon Tetra

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Members currently in the Chat:2
	Users In Chat Room: wm_crash, Gump Come On In!

08-04-2007, 06:51 PM	#2
FishHead What are you looking at? Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ Age: 28 Posts: 593	you can get a minnow, which actually grow a pretty good size. my GF grabbed one from wallmart and its like 4 inches.

08-04-2007, 07:25 PM	#4
Vinny Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lake Forest, IL Age: 16 Posts: 160	Okay.... that sounds good! This way, my Black Moor will have a companion in his tank, and will never get lonesome. heh. Not to mention he should be getting some exercise chasing around his little minnow friend...

10-19-2007, 05:51 AM	#5
wkhaiaun Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Age: 30 Posts: 2	Just get another goldfish would do. It does not necessarily has to be a moor. Like a Fantail probably.

10-19-2007, 08:47 PM	#8
Salsafish Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Age: 49 Posts: 8	If you are considering getting another goldie, you should make it another moor or a telescope. Moors are visually handicapped and if you put a regular goldie in with him, the regular goldie will find all the food first and you will end up overfeeding the fish just to make sure the moor gets to eat at all. another fish with similar vision will make it easier. Consider getting a bigger tank as well. It doesn't see like a problem when they are very small but as they grow they will quickly overwhelm your filter, and your water quality will start to suffer and then so will the fish. You should have a minimum of 20 gal for 2 goldies....for now. They get big!

10-20-2007, 07:26 AM	#9
Vinny Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lake Forest, IL Age: 16 Posts: 160	Heh, I appreciate the advice... although, this thread is more than two months old, and next time you might want to check the date at the top left-hand corner of the post. Two months ago, I have sold the black moor back to the LFS I bought it from, realizing it was not suitable for a 10 gallon tank. Its funny how I was such a newb to fishkeeping back then.

10-26-2007, 03:54 AM	#10
ryukin Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Age: 43 Posts: 2	Hi, Blackmoor are the poor eaters in goldfishes. They hav very poor eyesight. They tend to search food at the bottom of the tank manytimes. So my suggestion is to put any telescopic goldies with this blackmoor. When you add any active and good eating fish it will clear all the food before the blackmoor gets its share. So i recommend any slow moving goldfish would be best suited. Ryukin Goldfish Book : http://petgoldfishsecrets.com/

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Hey all ! just got my black moore goldfish today! please come in	lamonsas	Goldfish, Koi, and Ponds	41	06-11-2007 01:40 AM
Black finned tetras	Alin10123	General Freshwater	3	12-05-2005 02:36 AM
Black markings gone?	Willow	Goldfish, Koi, and Ponds	4	08-18-2005 04:13 AM
Thinking about using a black sand substrate in a 75 gallon	Alin10123	General Freshwater	1	08-10-2005 06:27 AM
black edging on tails and fins	wingedjumper517	Goldfish, Koi, and Ponds	7	05-04-2005 08:24 PM