Best water temp for goldfish

[gtoflames]

I am interested in starting a goldfish tank and a local pet store said the
water needs to be cold for best results, like around 60 degrees F. What's
the best way to keep a tank cool and how often does the water need to be
changed?

Thanks for your help!

Dan.

[chet]

Here are two great links for the basics.

http://users.megapathdsl.net/~solo/puregold/care/care1.htm#essentials
http://faq.thekrib.com/begin.html

As to temperature, most goldfish aquariums are kept at, or near, room
temperature. Fancy goldfish are reported to do better at a slightly higher
temperature (75F or so). Goldfish can certainly tolerate 60F, but it is not
a target you need to worry about.

chet

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