Yamato Nishiki Cyprinus carpio
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Cyprinus carpio
Origin region
Japan (ornamental breed)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
70.00
Minimum tank (L)
1000
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
15.0–28.0
pH
6.50–8.00
GH (dGH)
5.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–12.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00
Habitat & environment
Japan (ornamental breed)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer, outdoor ponds.
Notes
Tricolour metallic koi variety (white, red, black).