Introduced: North America, Europe, South America, Africa, Asia (outside China and Japan)
Goldfish are now found on every continent except Antarctica. They were first introduced to Europe in the 16th century and quickly spread to other parts of the world. Today, goldfish are one of the most popular aquarium fish and can be found in pet stores around the globe. In the wild, goldfish have established populations in many parts of the world, where they can often be found in ponds, lakes, and rivers.