Shusui Koi (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCyprinus rubrofuscus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asShusui, Doitsu Asagi
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
Doitsu (German scaleless) version of the asagi: a single row of large mirror scales along the dorsal line over a blue body with red sides.
Difficulty and care for the Shusui Koi
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan)
Keeper notes
Peaceful pond fish; group in a large pond.
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