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There are lots of fun facts about nishikigoi. Did you known that?

• Nishikigoi, commonly called koi, are kind of fish.
• Nishikigoi are a member of the carp family and are known in the West as the common carp.
• Nishikigoi are a large, strong, hardy fish. They live in cool water and eat a great variety of food.
• Nishikigoi are noted for their colors and patterns. New varieties, such as the ghost koi and butterfly koi, also have sparkling scales and fluttering fins.
• Nishikigoi were first introduced to Japan during the 15th century and bred for color as early as 1805.
• Nishikigoi are a symbol of love and friendship and dubbed the swimming jewels of the orient.
• Nishikigoi are kept in outdoor ponds all over the world. Keeping nishikigoi has become a popular hobby in many places.