June 2026

Koi Fish in Japanese Culture: History, Symbolism, Legend & National Treasure

Home › Koi Fish Meaning › Koi Fish in Japanese Culture By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  15 min read The journey of Nishikigoi in Japanese culture — from humble food fish in Niigata rice paddies in the 1820s to living national treasure, cultural ambassador, and the most prestigious ornamental fish on […]

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How to Breed Goldfish: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (Sexing, Spawning, Fry Care)

Home › Goldfish › How to Breed Goldfish By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  16 min read Goldfish spawning in a breeding tank — the male chases the female until she releases hundreds of sticky eggs onto the spawning mops. The entire process from conditioning to free-swimming fry takes about 3–4 weeks.

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How Long Do Koi Fish Live? Lifespan Guide (Captivity, Wild & by Variety)

Home › Koi Care Guide › Koi Fish Lifespan By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  14 min read Koi fish are one of the longest-lived pond fish in the world — with an average lifespan of 25–35 years and the record holder living 226 years. Your koi may well outlive your pets,

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Koi vs Goldfish: Complete Comparison Guide (Size, Lifespan, Price, Differences)

Home › Koi Fish › Koi vs Goldfish By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  15 min read Koi and goldfish together in a pond — they can coexist successfully, but they are different species with very different size, lifespan, and care requirements. The single fastest way to tell them apart: koi have

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Types of Goldfish: Complete Guide to 20 Varieties (With Identification Table)

Home › Goldfish › Types of Goldfish By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  16 min read Goldfish have been selectively bred for over 1,000 years — producing over 125 varieties from the humble Common Goldfish to the elaborate Oranda, Bubble Eye, and Telescope. All are the same species: Carassius auratus. Quick Answer

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Koi Fish Food: The Complete Feeding Guide (Care, Schedule & Best Brands 2026)

Home › Koi Care Guide › Koi Fish Food By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  16 min read Koi feeding time is also health inspection time. Floating pellets let you observe every fish up close, monitor portion sizes, and spot health problems before they become serious. Quick Answer The best koi food

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Showa Koi: Complete Guide to Identification, Varieties, Showa vs Sanke and Care

Home › Koi Fish Varieties › Showa Koi By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  14 min read Showa koi — defined by a black (Sumi) base with red and white markings on top. The black on the head is the single most important identifying feature that separates Showa from Sanke. Quick Answer

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Butterfly Koi: Complete Guide to Care, Size, Lifespan, Varieties and Fin Care

Home › Koi Fish Varieties › Butterfly Koi Butterfly Koi: Complete Guide to Care, Size, Lifespan, Varieties and Fin Care By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas  |  Updated: June 2026  |  15 min read Butterfly koi — also called dragon koi or longfin koi. Their fins continue growing throughout their lives, sometimes reaching three-quarters the length of

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