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Red Cap Oranda
Carassius auratus

Facts about Red Cap Oranda

The Oranda is best described as a Lionhead with a veiltail. The headgrowth or Wen should encase the entire head except the eyes and mouth. The fins are long and a dorsal fin is present. Not suitable for ponds and low temperatures should be avoided. Orandas tend to be hardy and long lived. Average life span is 15-25 years. A peaceful and schooling fish.

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