The word Koi which translates to carp in English, has become a very popular addition to many ponds and fountains. The full name is Nishikigoi which according to available Koi fish information translates to brocaded carp.

The various varieties of koi fish for sale, are distinguished by the scales, patternine and the assortment of colors. Some of the colors that you will find are black, red, blue, yellow, cream and white. According to current Koi fish information; the Gosanke is the most popular of the various Koi. It is a combination of Showa, Sanshoku, TaishoSanshoku and the Kohaku varieties of Koi.

Their History

Initially, carp were located in Asia and Central Europe. Some were domesticated in areas of Eastern Asia and used a food fish. Carp has the ability to adapt and survive in many climates. They can tolerate a variety of water conditions. The variety of colors began with breeding over one thousand years ago in China. It was during that time that the breeding of the Prussian carp resulted in the common Goldfish.

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