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Koi
Selectively bredCommon in the tradeIntermediate to keep

Kohaku

A variant of Koi (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)

Kohaku

Representative Koiphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.

White-bodied koi with red (hi) markings; the foundational and most revered variety in nishikigoi. Quality is judged on the crispness and balance of the red pattern over snow-white skin.

Keeper tips for this variant

Keep nitrates low and provide shade — strong direct sun and high-carotenoid overfeeding can blur the kiwa (edge) between red and white and yellow the white ground.

This page covers the Kohaku variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Koi

Other Koi variants

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