Q.  Do Koi bite?
A.  Although they have teeth to aid in the process of chewing, koi do not bite. Koi only nibble.

Q.  How large do Koi get?
A.  Koi, like humans vary in size. How large Koi get can depend on their environment. Koi have been noted to getting as large as four feet in length, and over 50 pounds in weight.

Q.  How can you tell a male Koi from a female Koi?
A.  Indicating the gender of Koi is not as easy, as determining the gender of humans. However, there are signs to look for. In mature Koi the shape of the body can indicate a lot. Generally, males are more slender, their fins are longer and they often grow course on their chin and cheeks during mating season. Females generally, have a more rounded and plump shape to their body and fins.

Q.  Are Koi simply big goldfish?
A.  No, however they are probably distant relatives. It is believed that Koi stem back to the Cyprinus carpio and goldfish the Carassius auratus.

Q.  How long do Koi live?
A.  On the average Koi can live to be sixty to sixty-five years in age. There have been reports of Koi living over a hundred.

Q.  Can you eat them?
A.  Koi are usually pets. One does not eat their pet, so the answer to this is No!

Q.  How much do Koi cost?
A.  Depending on the Koi being purchased, Koi can range in price from ten dollars to a half million dollars. More than likely, you will be able to find Koi that fit into your budget.