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Goldfish produce more urine than your average fish and they need much more space. I have had goldfish for years and I have always been told to have a 10 gallon tank for even just one medium sized fish. I got away with a 5.5 gallon for a few months but they fish were lethargic and I had to clean the tank constantly. Those fish will be poisoned by their own urine.

No one realizes that having a goldfish for a year or so isn't a long time nor is it something to be especially proud of; the lifespan of a well cared for goldfish can be 6-8 years!