How should Showa koi and Ogon koi be appreciated?
How to appreciate Showa koi and Ogon koi?
(1) The main points for appreciating Showa koi are:
First, as with Showa Sanshoku koi, it is preferable to have menkiri sumi (facial black markings) or kuchibeni sumi (lip black markings) on the head.
Second, regardless of the type of Showa koi, the sumi (black markings) on the body should not contain any small patches of sumi or sesame-like sumi.
Third, the sumi pattern portion is exactly the same as that of Showa Sanshoku koi. Showa koi with more sumi generally have a dignified and weighty appeal, while those with less sumi have a light, flowing and beautiful quality.
Fourth, Ki Showa koi vary in charm depending on the yellow tone of their yellow patterns.
(2) The main points for appreciating Ogon koi are:
First, the head must be bright and clean, with no shadows.
Second, the outer edges of the scales must be a bright golden yellow. Those that are neat and extend to the sides of the belly are considered top quality. The pectoral fins must also be bright.
Third, pay attention to body shape. Ogon koi often become overly obese due to overeating and cannot grow into large koi. Therefore, it is also necessary to check whether there are any abnormalities in the skeleton and body shape.
Fourth, regardless of seasonal or water temperature changes, those that remain glossy and bright at all times are considered top quality.
Fifth, for German Ogon koi, attention must also be paid to whether the scales are neat, and there must be no superfluous scales.
First, as with Showa Sanshoku koi, it is preferable to have menkiri sumi (facial black markings) or kuchibeni sumi (lip black markings) on the head.
Second, regardless of the type of Showa koi, the sumi (black markings) on the body should not contain any small patches of sumi or sesame-like sumi.
Third, the sumi pattern portion is exactly the same as that of Showa Sanshoku koi. Showa koi with more sumi generally have a dignified and weighty appeal, while those with less sumi have a light, flowing and beautiful quality.
Fourth, Ki Showa koi vary in charm depending on the yellow tone of their yellow patterns.
(2) The main points for appreciating Ogon koi are:
First, the head must be bright and clean, with no shadows.
Second, the outer edges of the scales must be a bright golden yellow. Those that are neat and extend to the sides of the belly are considered top quality. The pectoral fins must also be bright.
Third, pay attention to body shape. Ogon koi often become overly obese due to overeating and cannot grow into large koi. Therefore, it is also necessary to check whether there are any abnormalities in the skeleton and body shape.
Fourth, regardless of seasonal or water temperature changes, those that remain glossy and bright at all times are considered top quality.
Fifth, for German Ogon koi, attention must also be paid to whether the scales are neat, and there must be no superfluous scales.