Step beyond the surface and dive into Goldfish Realms , a radiant, otherworldly experience where shimmering koi and fantastical fish swirl beneath glowing lights. This new gallery at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach invites guests into a surreal underwater universe where scales shimmer and every tank holds a twist of the unexpected.
Whether you’re mesmerized by flowing tails or fascinated by bulging eyes, Goldfish Realms shows guests just how beautiful and vibrant a seemingly average fish is in a different light .
Butterfly Koi
These long-finned fish ripple through the water like silk in motion. Their trailing fins resemble butterfly wings in flight, earning them their name.
In Japan, koi are symbols of luck and perseverance, but in this gallery, they’re swimming art.
Black Moor
With telescopic eyes and velvety black scales, the black moor goldfish is anything but ordinary.
This mysterious swimmer looks like it floated out of a shadowy fairy tale, and it’s right at home in the luminous waters of Goldfish Realms .
Shubunkin
Part speckled stardust, part high-speed swimmer, the shubunkin is a calico goldfish with flair.
With patches of orange, white, and black, it moves like a brushstroke from a cosmic artist.
Red Cap Oranda
Topped with a bright red “wen” that looks like a raspberry crown, this elegant goldfish makes a royal impression.
First bred centuries ago in China, the red cap oranda is now a fan favorite thanks to its flowing fins and signature head growth.
Bubble Eye
Unusual and unforgettable, the bubble eye goldfish is known for the fluid-filled sacs beneath its eyes, giving it a surreal, otherworldly look.
With no dorsal fin and an upward gaze, it swims like a creature from a dream.
Ryukin
Chunky, humped, and proud of it, the ryukin boasts an arched back and a fan-like tail that can be longer than its body.
It’s a showstopper, a standout, and a fan favorite!
And more!
Goldfish Realms is a whimsical underwater world where no two fish are the same.
One moment, you’re gazing into a glowing tidepool that shimmers like starlight. Next, you’re locked in a staring contest with a googly-eyed goldfish!
From bubble-eyed beauties to fantastical colors that look too bright to be real, this surreal aquatic gallery is full of surprises around every corner.
Goldfish Realms is included FREE with admission to Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach! Get your tickets now!
Jordan Neese
Lover of all things weird and odd, Jordan is a Junior Editor for Ripley Publishing. From curating co…
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