Koi fish are always at ease in the water, flowing as the tide runs. ... Kohaku: This common color pairing, red and white, represent career success. It can also mean love and compassion.

Koi carp are one of the most iconic ornamental fish in the world. Originally hailing from Japan, these beautiful fish have amazingly patterned bodies. There are many varieties–– and some of them are ...

Nishikigoi, better known as koi fish, are a well-known variety of the common carp. They are bright red and white and revered for their vibrance and grace. Even other animals, including their ...

Koi are valued for their markings -- red has been the most popular color, and rare color combinations are also admired. The owners insist the fish are affectionate in their quiet, watery way.

“Koi breeding in Japan is a big deal,” says Ellen, citing the Japanese names for their stock. Especially prized are the pure white fish called Tancho Kohaku, which have one large red spot on ...

Zuritsky knows his fish. He has bred koi for almost two decades and has been a judge in koi competitions in Japan. The fish, which are basically carp with really good genes, have been bred for ...