Kohaku Koi (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCyprinus rubrofuscus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asKohaku, Red-and-white Koi
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
White-bodied koi with crisp red (hi) markings. The foundational and most popular of the Gosanke koi varieties.
Difficulty and care for the Kohaku Koi
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan)
Keeper notes
Peaceful and social, but reaches pond size; not an aquarium fish long-term. Keep in groups in a pond.
Log Kohaku Koi in your reef tank
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