Goldfish ~~R Males and Females all the SAME ?

[Beaumont]

hi all... i haf been keeping goldfish for many years.. but everyone i knows told mi its impossible to differentiate male or female in the case of goldfish .. is this truth ?

 

[Iggy]

I've hear different opinions myself. In fancies, I am not sure - but comet males are supposed to be narrower (thinner) and usually have white little bumps (like pimples) on their gills. Comet females tend to be wider (bigger tummies) and no bumps on her gills.

 

[kool_sk8a]

I just found a good website with some very clear and accurate information on sexing goldfish here, hope it helps

 

[Mushroomman]

The males will chase the females around trying to mate with them. Thats how I tell mine apart, when they actually spawn. Then you know for sure.