Kohaku

Description


The Kohaku is a white Koi on which hi (red) appears in varying patterns. Each of these patterns have been given its own name. The markings of the Kohaku should bright and even all over the body. The markings on the body should not spread down past the lateral line and There should be no Hi (red) in the fin`s or tail.


kohaku 


Variations

Nidan This Koi has a two-step Hi pattern.
Sandan This Koi has a three-step Hi pattern.
Yondan This Koi has a four-step Hi pattern.
godan This Koi has a five-step Hi pattern.
Inazuma This Koi has a zig-zag Hi pattern down the length of the body.
Kuchibeni The Koi has Hi (red) on the lips . like lipstick
oh moyo This Koi has a large unbroken pattern from the head to the tail
Menkaburi A Hood that covers the whole head often extending from the gills to the mouth.