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Guinness World Records: Oldest goldfish ever

Guinness World Records logo.Photo: Guinness World Records

A goldfish named Tish, owned by Hilda and Gordon Hand, lived for 43 years after Hilda’s seven-year-old son Peter won the fish at a fairground stall in 1956.

The average lifespan of a goldfish (Carassius auratus) is 10-15 years, with some varieties living into their thirties when properly cared for.

However, one male goldfish named Tish (1956-1999) lived to the remarkable age of 43, making him the world’s oldest goldfish ever.

Oldest goldfish ever. Photo: Guinness World Records

Recent Guinness World Records:

Record – Longest surviving triple heart bypass patient (male)

Record – Most walnuts cracked with the head in one minute

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Shyleen Choruma

Shyleen is a Journalism graduate with a keen interest in contributing to the digital media landscape of South Africa. she is a Master of Communication and Media student. Shyleen kickstarted her career as a Public Relation Communicator, she has a passion for books and telling jokes.