Koi Types

Kin Showa

Kin Showas are a metallic version of a regular Showa.  A good Kin Showa will have a nice balance of
color. The pattern must be easy on the eyes and the should sharp edges between the
patterns. Kin Showa are created by breeding a regular Showa and a Platinum Ogon.

Kin Showa Koi

Kin

By breeding regular Koi with a metallic Ogon, like a Platinum, new and interesting metallic varieties
appear. 

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