Koi Types

Beni Kumonryu

Beni Kumonryu are a rare form of Kumonryu, they have red along with the black and white.  They are
scaless and their pattern actually changes throughout the year.  No one is absolutely
sure what causes the color change, but the two best theories are a change in temperature or a change
in pH.  Beni Kumonryu are usually black in the winter.  The white and red usually appears in the spring and summer.

Beni Kumonryu Koi

Beni Kumonryu

Beni Kumonryu aren't usually judged by their pattern.  Look
for good symmetry between the red, black and white.  When the color
of a Beni Kumonryu is changing, the area turns a blue/greyish color.

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