This 8" Beni Kikokuryu koi delivers dramatic contrast and rare metallic beauty with its deep charcoal-black body and vivid red-orange head marking. The bold beni pattern across the face creates an intense focal point, while the reflective metallic sheen and classic Doitsu scaling give the fish a sleek, modern appearance in the water.
The zipper-like dorsal scaling stands out sharply against the dark body coloration, adding texture and definition from head to tail. Subtle silver highlights and changing metallic tones are hallmarks of quality Kikokuryu lineage, giving this koi an almost liquid-metal appearance as lighting conditions shift throughout the day.
Its balanced body shape, strong skin quality, and high-contrast coloration make this koi an eye-catching centerpiece fish for collectors seeking something unique and visually powerful.
Features include:
- Deep metallic black base coloration
- Bold red-orange beni head pattern
- Classic Doitsu zipper scaling
- Reflective silver highlights throughout
- Strong pond presence and contrast
Beni Kikokuryu are prized for their evolving appearance and dramatic metallic sheen, making each fish uniquely dynamic over time.
Kloubec Koi Farm is a family-owned American koi breeder established in 1981. Located on 80 acres with more than 60 outdoor ponds and a 300,000-gallon indoor facility, all koi are raised onsite rather than imported for resale. Every fish undergoes a rigorous health screening and quarantine process before being offered for sale, and Kloubec Koi Farm has maintained a flawless history free of Koi Herpes Virus (KHV).