| Quick Statistics - Utsurimono Koi |
Temperament: Community
Family: Cyprinidae
Genus: Cyprinus
Native To: Asia
Diet: Omnivore
Food: Commercial koi food such as pellets
Adult Size: more than 12"
Temperature: 65° - 78°F
Care Level: Somewhat easy
Scientific Name: Cyprinus carpio
Lifespan: More than 10 years
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Cypriniformes
Environment: Freshwater pond fish. An aquarium doesn't provide adequate space for a koi since some can weigh as much as 40 lbs and grow to several feet in length. |
Utsurimono koi has black color with yellow, red, and white markings. This koi variety was thought to have been developed in the 19th century.
|
Articles