The Difference Between Kikusui Koi and Kohaku Doitsu

From the two types of koi, those who have kept both of them can certainly distinguish between them. However, many hobbyists are still confused about distinguishing between the two, some even think that kikusui koi is kohaku doitsu koi. That is very common because kohaku doitsu koi is so popular compared to kikusui koi. But what is the difference between the two types of koi?

Before we look at the differences between kikusui koi and kohaku doitsu koi. First, let’s look at the similarities that often make some hobbyists unable to distinguish between these two types of koi.

Kikusui koi and kohaku doitsu have the same color, namely a combination of red and white. Of course, hobbyists often call these two koi the same.
Kikusui koi and kohaku doitsu have smooth or scaleless skin. It is not surprising that if you don’t have both or don’t see the two koi photos directly, they will look very similar.
Kikusui koi and kohaku doitsu also have patterns that are almost the same as the types of kohaku koi in general, namely tanco, inazuma, step-step, maruten, and also character patterns.

Since we already know the similarities between the two types of koi, it will be easier to see the differences. What are the differences between kikusui and kohaku doitsu koi?

Different parent crosses, so kikusui and kohaku doitsu koi are different.
Different fins, if in kohaku doitsu the fins look clear or koi fins in general that are not hikari. If the kikusui koi fins are thick, hikari looks white, not clear.
Different skin, both do not have scales, but in kikusui koi the skin is shinier or metallic while kohaku doitsu koi only has skin without scales that is not shiny.

You will be very easy to distinguish them if you see the photos of both directly, or even happier if you keep both. It will definitely be closer and very able to distinguish the two. Those who do not have the kikusui type at Be Koi Farm have a lot of stock, don’t run out, the kikusui type of koi is very popular with Be Koi Farm customers from outside, you know, those who do not have a collection please contact the Be Koi admin 🙂