BURNSVILLE, Minn. — You'll want to think twice before dumping that county fair goldfish you won into a nearby stream or pond. The City of Burnsville tweeted out some pretty shocking photos Friday ...

Goldfish are hardy, fairly simple to care for, and eye-catching, so it’s no wonder they’re popular pets. These passive freshwater fish are ideal for renters who can’t have other types of pets, ...

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The city of Burnsville has an urgent message for Minnesotans: Stop dumping your goldfish into the state’s waterways. In a now-viral tweet posted on July 9, the city shared photos of goldfish: A ...

Despite their popularity, myths and misconceptions about goldfish abound. The most common myths are that goldfish have short-term memories, thrive in bowls, remain small, have little variety, and are ...

Despite their popularity as childhood pets, there’s still a lot we don’t know about them. That’s why the Carver County Water Management Organization is teaming up with WSB & Associates, Inc. for a ...

Thousands washed ashore dead in the spring, but the fish are back. “They’re pretty hard to kill,” a biology professor said.

Based on their availability and ease of maintenance, goldfish are one of the most popular pets on the planet. But how long do goldfish live, and are we responsible for extending their life span as ...