Tancho Koi (Cyprinus rubrofuscus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCyprinus rubrofuscus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asTancho, Tancho Kohaku
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
Koi with a single round red spot on the head and an otherwise white (or white tricolor) body, evoking the Japanese flag and the red-crowned crane. A pattern category rather than a lineage.
Difficulty and care for the Tancho Koi
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Domesticated (Japan)
Keeper notes
Peaceful pond fish; group in a large pond.
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