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The Momiji Ranchu is a mutant of Ranchu with transparent scales and orange-red body color. The Momiji Ranchu has a special type of scales, called "net transparent scales," which are different from the normal transparent scales. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of Momiji Ranchu and how to keep them.
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Momiji Ranchu,This is a mutant of Ranchu with transparent scales and orange to red body color. The transparent scales of Momiji Ranchu are different from those of Sakura Nishiki, a goldfish that also has transparent scales, in that Momiji Ranchu have special scales called "net transparent scales.Transparent scales are special scales that have a mixture of guarin-containing (shiny scales) and non-guarin-containing (normal transparent scales) areas by covering the edges of a single normal scale with transparent scales. The continuous formation of these scales produces reticulate scales. Unlike goldfish with ordinary transparent scales, the net-like transparent scales are characterized by the reddish tail fins.
Momiji Ranchu,It is the result of 20 years of selective breeding and stabilization of transparent scaled ranchu at Ota Suien in Komono-cho, Mie-gun, located in the northern part of Mie Prefecture, since the late 1980s.It was named "Momiji Ranchu" because the transparent and beautiful orange and red colors it produces resemble the autumn leaves that dye the mountains.
How to enjoy Momiji Ranchu,They have special scales called "net transparent scales" and beautiful orange or red body color. If you want to enjoy them, it is recommended to view them from the side (side view) in an aquarium. By viewing them from the side, you will be able to see their beautiful body color and the characteristics of their transparent reticulate scales. The scales including guarines will shine beautifully when exposed to light.If you put them in a pot and view them from above (top view), you will rediscover the beauty of momiji ranchi, so if the side view is not enough for you, try viewing them from above as well.
When mixing goldfish with other goldfish and other species, there is sometimes uncertainty as to what species is good and what species is not. First,There is no general prohibition against this or that when mixing goldfish with other species.Therefore, depending on the personality and environment of the goldfish you keep, even species that are said to be bad for each other may get along well with each other. However, there is also the matter of compatibility between goldfish. If you put incompatible goldfish together, there is a high possibility that they will fight or that only one of them will monopolize the food. However, as I explained in the beginning, there is no prohibition for goldfish to mix with each other, so if you want to mix them, you may do so. Now, I will explain the goldfish that are compatible with Ranchu and those that are not.
Goldfish that are most compatible with Momiji Ranchu are Ranchu-type goldfish such as Ranchu and Edonishiki.The Momiji Ranchu breed is a very poor swimmer, so we recommend a Ranchu-type goldfish, which is also a poor swimmer, because it is less likely to eat its food first or be chased by other goldfish, which can cause stress.
Goldfish that are incompatible with Momiji Ranchu are Wagane-type goldfish such as Wakin (Japanese goldfish) and Comet.Many Japanese goldfish are agile and grow large in a short period of time. If they are mixed with Japanese goldfish, please be aware that the Momijiranchu may be eaten by other Japanese goldfish, and the difference in body size may cause them to move apart.
Momiji Ranchu,There are differences in the scales, but at first glance, some individuals do not seem to differ much from Sakura Nishiki, which has mosaic transparent scales or transparent scales. However, the reason why the Momiji Ranchu breed exists as a distinct species from the Sakura Nishiki breed is because of its beautiful orange-red body color and the appearance of its invisible scales.The Momiji Ranchu is a goldfish that is rarely seen in the market. If you are interested in keeping a Momiji Ranchu, we recommend that you ask a nearby specialty store.
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