I have 4 pond goldfish I bring in in the winter, they have been together 3 years and today 3 of the fish were pushing, ramming and aggressively swimming at the 4th. Is there a common reason that they would be doing this? It almost looks like they are trying to kill him/her. Up until now they have all gotten along well.

Sounds like spawning activity.

It sounds like breeding behaviour. You may have three males and one female. Bringing them indoors have caused a rise in water temperature and has triggered this behaviour.

As long on there isn't physical damage and it doesn't continue for more than a few days, everything should be OK. If it continues longer than that, she will become exhausted and I would remove her to a separate tub for a few days. Hopefully when you return her, it won't start up again.

Keep a close eye on things and be sure that she isn't being wounded or that she isn't really tired looking. Also, providing some hiding places may help.

Hm... Maybe it's breeding behavior.

Thanks, I'm kind of new to goldfish. I was reading in the frequently asked questions and kind of realized it may be that but wsn't sure. Appreciate the help.
Dianne


Thanks, I'm kind of new to goldfish. I was reading in the frequently asked questions and kind of realized it may be that but wsn't sure. Appreciate the help.
Dianne


Thanks, I'm kind of new to goldfish. I was reading in the frequently asked questions and kind of realized it may be that but wsn't sure. Appreciate the help.
Dianne

somebody might be a new momy!!!!