How to choose koi and purchasing skills of koi

I. General standards

one

In terms of physique

It is required that the fish's back is straight, the fish's body is balanced, the swimming posture is steady and upright, and the body is vigorous and powerful.

The shape and mouth position of the cheek are correct, no askew, both ends are full and not sunken, each fin should be symmetrical and complete, and be flexible when swimming.

two

, color aspect

Color is the most intuitive embodiment of koi, which is chosen by those with bright, gorgeous, clear markings, neat edges and dazzling.

Top grade, as for markings, it can be chosen according to personal hobbies.

Koi are distinguished by different colors, patterns and scales. In

1980

It was successfully cultivated in the 1990's with its long, smooth fins.

The famous butterfly koi is actually a cross between koi and Asian carp, not a real koi.

The colors of koi include one to three colors, including white, yellow, orange, red, black and blue.

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One is due to fish scales

A light gray shadow in black.

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The color is matte or glossy. Although there are endless changes in patterns, it is best

The pattern is a small round spot on the top of the head and a stone-like pattern on the back.

Fish scales can be found.

Or not.

Big or small

Or

There are wrinkles, like a diamond.

II. Site selection

The largest producer of koi is Japan.

It has the most mature culture technology and equipment.

And has a large number of high quality,

Bloodline

Pure koi makes enthusiasts from all over the world flock to it. They go to the birthplace of koi every year.

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Hiroshima and Niigata in Japan

The area is looking for Ming carp.

In recent years,

Taiwan,

Malaysia,

Singapore,

Israel,

Emerging areas such as Chinese mainland have emerged as a new force.

The level of feeding and the competitiveness of products are close to those of Japan, which has a strong impact on the dominant market pattern of Japan.

The fish farm is honest and reliable, considerate service and close distance. In this way, effective services can be provided even if koi is in danger.

Fish farmers must have strong appreciation ability and breed carp with good pedigree.

Must choose professional, careful, responsible and able to do after-sales service practitioners as guidance, usually can get their advice.

If you choose a fish farm where business is booming, on the one hand, you can see most of the fine koi, and on the other hand, you won't buy and hoard spoiled bait.

III. Main categories

The classification of koi varieties is mainly divided into several strains according to their color.

The species of common carp can be divided into red carp,

Leather carp and mirror carp.

Brocade

Carp is divided into nine strains, about a hundred varieties. According to the distribution of colors, markings and scales, it is mainly divided into

thirteen

A variety

Type.

one

, red and white koi

Authentic koi, all pure white background erythema, not with other colors, the bottom should be pure white, erythema thick and uniform, boundary

Clear. This type is divided into

twenty

A variety of varieties.

Fourth, the price of koi does not have a certain price standard, so it is sometimes difficult for buyers and operators to decide. In short, according to the quality and specifications of koi, there is an approximate price, of course, there is also a question of personal preference. Usually, we should pay more attention to the approximate price of koi in various places, that is, we can know what kind of quality, specification, and species of koi are roughly worth. The price of koi varies greatly, with some hundreds of thousands of yuan, or even tens of millions of yuan, or more than ten thousand yuan per tail. Therefore, people from all walks of life can afford it. When buying, the price is reasonable and the quality is in line with personal preference.

5. Selection points selection of young fish is the most important step in obtaining high quality koi in the breeding process. Generally, 3-4 selections are carried out within more than 3 months after hatching. The selection time varies with different varieties, the speed of growth and the time of appearance of markings. For example, Zhaohe tricolor koi is selected after more than two weeks of incubation, gold system koi is selected in 50 days, and red and white and Dazheng tricolor koi are selected in about 60 days. In short, the selection begins when the young fish grow to a body length of 3-5 cm.