| Bubble Eye | |
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|
 Name |
Bubble Eye |
| Japanese name |
Suihougan |
| Year of Origin |
Unknown (it was brought to Japan in 1958) |
| Country of Origin |
China |
| Breeder |
- |
| History/ Background |
The Bubble Eye was treated as a closely guarded treasure for a long time
in China, but it is not known how it came to exist. In ancient times, only
those of a high status could rear them. When the new government system
was established (following the abolishment of the dynasty system), the
Bubble Eye started to be known to the public. |
| Features |
Upward-facing eyeballs and bubble-like sacs on the both sides of the eyes
are the Bubble Eye’s feature. The sacs are filled with lymph fluids. (Bubble
Eyes without a dorsal fin are the most common type in Japan.) This Chinese goldfish has a very humorous appearance. |
| Acquisition difficulties |
Normal. Its charming and funny appearance has made this goldfish very popular, making it the representative of imported Chinese goldfish in Japan. Since there is a high demand for this goldfish, distribution amounts are high. |
| Rearing difficulties |
Normal. There are no particular difficulties. You only have to be careful of the sacs under the eyes because they can rupture. Once the sacs rupture, they will not grow back. |
| Details of the above photo |
The Bubble Eye in the picture is the goldfish that won first prize in the One Year Old Bubble Eye section at the 2006 Goldfish Evaluation Convention in Shizuoka Prefecture. |
| Other |
Because of its appearance, this goldfish is named ‘Bubble Eye’ in English,
and ‘Hamatouyui’ in Chinese. |
