Bekko Koi (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCyprinus rubrofuscus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asBekko, Shiro Bekko, Aka Bekko, Ki Bekko
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size36 in
Minimum tank size1000 gallons
Water parametersTemp 59-77°F, pH 7-8.5, GH 6-22 dGH
Appearance
Single-colored body (white for Shiro, red for Aka, yellow for Ki) overlaid with scattered black (sumi) tortoiseshell spots and no black on the head.
Difficulty and care for the Bekko Koi
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan)
Keeper notes
Peaceful pond fish; group in a large pond.
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