Comet 9cm

Add vibrant colour and movement to your garden pond with a 5cm Comet Goldfish. Comets are one of the most popular pond fish varieties, known for their bright orange-gold colouring, active swimming and hardy nature.

Their vibrant colouring really comes alive under natural sunlight, while many Comets have a contrasting white or pale belly that adds even more visual interest.

At approximately 5cm, these young Comets are a great choice for adding colour to an established pond and watching your fish grow over time.

Why Choose Comet Goldfish?

Comets are an excellent choice for outdoor ponds because they are hardy, active and beautifully colourful.

• Bright orange-gold colouring
• Often feature a contrasting white or pale belly
• Vibrant colour that stands out in natural sunlight
• Active and lively pond fish
• Hardy and well suited to outdoor garden ponds
• A great addition to established ponds
• Easy to enjoy and care for
• Approximately 9cm when supplied

Comet Goldfish Features

• Common name: Comet Goldfish
• Type: Pond goldfish
• Size: Approximately 9cm
• Colour: Vibrant orange-gold, often with a contrasting pale or white belly
• Temperament: Active and generally peaceful
• Suitable for: Established garden ponds
• Hardiness: Hardy
• Ideal water temperature: Approximately 15–24°C
• Diet: Omnivorous; quality goldfish and pond fish food
• Outdoor pond suitable: Yes

A Vibrant Addition to Your Pond

Comet Goldfish are particularly eye-catching when swimming through a planted pond. Their bright orange-gold colouring provides a wonderful contrast against green aquatic plants and darker pond water.

When sunlight catches their scales, their vibrant colouring can really stand out, making them an attractive feature fish for the garden pond.

Ideal Water Temperature

Comet Goldfish are hardy pond fish and can tolerate a range of water temperatures.

For best health and activity, an ideal water temperature is approximately 15–24°C. They can tolerate cooler conditions, making them well suited to outdoor ponds, but sudden changes in temperature should always be avoided.

When introducing new fish, gradually acclimatise them to the pond water before releasing them.

Feeding Your Comet Goldfish

Feed your Comets a quality goldfish or pond fish food suitable for their size.

Offer small amounts that the fish can comfortably consume within a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding, as uneaten food can contribute to poor water quality.

As water temperatures fall, fish become less active and their feeding requirements may decrease.

Creating a Healthy Pond

Your fish will thrive best in an established pond with good water quality and plenty of swimming space.

We recommend providing:

• Good filtration
• Adequate oxygenation
• Suitable swimming space
• Aquatic plants for shelter and natural cover
• Good water quality
• Protection from sudden changes in water temperature

A well-planted pond can provide additional shelter and create a more natural environment for your fish.

Live Fish Shipping

We take extra care when preparing your fish for delivery.

Your Comet Goldfish are specially packed for their journey, using packaging designed to help sustain them during transport. This means they are prepared to cope with longer trips should an unexpected delay occur.

Delivery Information

• Live pond fish delivery: $22.00 flat Express rate
• Orders can be shipped to your home, workplace or another physical address you specify
• Orders cannot be shipped to PO Boxes
• Delivery usually takes approximately 1–2 days from when your order is shipped
• Live fish are shipped Monday to Thursday only
• We carefully prepare and pack every fish before dispatch

We do not send live fish late in the week because we want to minimise the risk of fish being held in transit over the weekend.

Receiving Your Fish

Fish can be stressed or less active after travelling, so don't be alarmed if your Comet isn't immediately swimming around when it arrives.

Open the package promptly and gradually acclimatise your fish to the pond water before releasing it.

Avoid placing newly arrived fish straight into the pond without allowing time to adjust to the difference in temperature and water conditions.

Important Information About Live Fish

Fish are living animals and their appearance can naturally vary.

The Comets supplied are approximately 9cm, but individual fish may vary slightly in size, shape and colouring. Some may display more orange or gold, while others may have a more noticeable white or pale belly.

Images are representative of the fish available and may not show the exact fish you receive.

Please ensure your pond is established, appropriately sized and has suitable water quality before ordering live fish.

Add Vibrant Colour to Your Pond

Bright, active and hardy, Comet Goldfish are a classic choice for the garden pond. Their vibrant orange-gold colouring looks especially spectacular in natural sunlight and provides a beautiful contrast amongst your pond plants.

At approximately 9cm, they're a great size to introduce to an established pond and enjoy as they grow.