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Körperliche Merkmale

Körperform

torpedo

Färbung

Extremely varied, including white, black, red, orange, yellow, blue, and cream, often in intricate patterns (e.g., Kohaku, Sanke, Showa, Utsurimono, Bekko, Asagi, Shusui, Tancho).

Schuppentyp

cycloid

Maulstellung

terminal

Besondere Merkmale

Two pairs of barbels on the upper jaw (though some varieties may have reduced barbels due to selective breeding)., Large, prominent scales (except for Doitsu varieties which have few or no scales)., Robust, elongated body, often reaching lengths of 60-90 cm (24-35 inches), with some individuals exceeding 1 meter (39 inches)., Weight can range from 5-15 kg (11-33 lbs) for mature adults, with exceptional specimens weighing more.

Rückenflosse

Single, long dorsal fin with 3-4 unbranched and 17-22 branched rays.

Schwanzflosse

Large, deeply forked caudal fin.

Brustflosse

Paired pectoral fins, typically rounded.

Auffällige Flossen

Pelvic fins are also paired and located abdominally.

Bestimmungstipps

1. 1

   Coloration and Pattern

   The most obvious identifier. Koi exhibit a vast array of distinct color combinations and patterns (e.g., red and white 'Kohaku', black, red, and white 'Sanke').

2. 2

   Barbels

   Presence of two pairs of barbels on the upper jaw, though these can be reduced in some ornamental strains.

3. 3

   Size and Body Shape

   Large, robust, torpedo-shaped body, significantly larger than most ornamental goldfish.

4. 4

   Scales

   Typically large, cycloid scales, except for 'Doitsu' varieties which have few or no scales, or large mirror scales.

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