Premium Koi Fish (Assorted) 7-9cm

Premium Koi Fish (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)

A premium domesticated variant of the common carp, Koi are prized for their striking, ever-changing colour patterns of red, white, black, orange, and gold. These hardy, intelligent, and long-lived fish are best suited to large ponds where they have room to grow and thrive.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: Large pond (1,000+ litres) with excellent filtration
• Temperature: 15–25°C
• pH Range: 6.5–8.0
• Water Hardness: Moderate to hard
• Temperament: Peaceful, social
• Diet: Omnivore — koi pellets, vegetables, occasional live/frozen foods
• Max Size: 60–90 cm
• Lifespan: 20–40+ years
• Care Level: Easy to moderate (requires large volume and strong filtration)

Tank Mates: Other koi, large goldfish (comet/shubunkin), and peaceful pond species. Avoid small or slow-moving fish that may be outcompeted for food.

Origin: Japan (selectively bred from common carp over centuries; captive-bred aquarium/pond strain)