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Koi FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. How long of a life, on average, do koi live? A: Maximum life span is over 200 years in exceptional cases; average life span is more like 25 to 35 years. 2. How much do koi cost? A: Selling price of Koi is determined by size, body shape, color, pattern, and availability. 3. How friendly are koi? A: Koi get along well with goldfish or other tropical fish; as long as the other fish aren't aggressive or small enough to eat. 4. What is the most common type of koi? A: The first and most common koi varieties, Kohaku, are white fish with overlying red patterns in various shapes and sizes. 5. What do koi eat? A: Koi eat a variety of food such as fleas, lettuce, watermelon, and occasionally they will eat algae that grows at bottom of tanks and ponds.   Back To Koi Basic Information