What is Koi Fish?
Koi or more specifically Nishikigoi, are colored varieties of the Amur carp that are kept for decorative purposes in outdoor koi ponds or water gardens.
Koi is an informal name for the colored variants of C. rubrofuscus kept for ornamental purposes.
Koi Fish Prices In South Africa?
Depending on the breed, colors, and size, you can expect to pay anywhere from R80 a fish (pet shop varieties), to R15000 a fish (specialized koi breeders).
How long do koi fish live?
25 – 35 years
Do people eat koi fish?
Koi are Amur carp that have been specifically culled for their unique coloration and carp, despite their meager reputation as table fare, can be delicious.
In fact, koi were originally brought to Japan as a food fish, living in symbiotic rice-fish systems.