Knowing and Understanding Ogon Koi

Ogon koi are some of the favorite attractions of a koi pond. Their metallic colors radiate and shine in the bottom of the pond. Ogon koi are always clothed with a single metallic color. This metallic color may however vary from one koi to another.

Each koi collector always looks for the ogon variety as a feature of his pond and part of his koi collections; koi ponds are not complete without the ogons. Ogon koi are scientifically called Cyprinus carpio. They can reach as long as 36 inches and by nature are very peaceful.

They are also raised, cultured and domesticated in the other fish-farming countries of Asia, but they originally came from Japan. The ogon variety needs at least seven hundred (700) gallons of pond water in order to maintain their good health conditions and grow to their potential adult size. Raising ogon koi is quite easy since they readily survive amidst tough and difficult environments.

Ogon koi belong to the Hikarimono type of koi category, one created by Japanese koi fish collectors to refer to single-colored fish coupled with metallic highlights on their bodies.

Of the various ogon varieties, Platinum Ogon distinguishes itself as the most notable. These are white or silvery koi reflecting a kind of metallic sheen. Viewed from above, they look and appear like silver, shining as they swim and whirl in the waters.

The splendor and gorgeousness of a koi can best be appreciated when they swim in the pond. Putting them in an aquarium will only allow you to see their sides, making them lose their splendor. It is worth noting that the middle and top part of its body are where you can see its color. Observing this type of koi from above is the best way to enjoy its beauty.

There also other remarkable varieties of Ogon Koi. Ogon collectors are hobbyists are similarly attracted to Nezu Ogon, Orenji Ogon and Yamabuki Ogon.

Nezu Ogon are the older kind of ogon koi. They have a dark gray metallic color that continually sparkles in the water. These Nezu Ogon koi have distinctive features, including a dark area on their heads. It is due to this dark spot on their heads that breeders sometimes refer to them as Helmet Head. This dark spot on the head however varies from one koi to another.

The other types of Ogon Koi are the Orenji variety. Orenji Ogon look like goldfish but can grow up to 36 inches in length. They are blessed with amazingly gold colors, although the extent will again differ from one koi to another. Orenji Koi are sometimes confused with goldfish due to their similarity, even though they can be a lot bigger than a typical goldfish.

There is also the Yamabuki Ogon. A Yambuki Ogon are metallic yellow koi ideal for collectors and owners with under-filtered ponds. The Yamabukis can clearly be seen even in green murky water. Hobbyists are however advised to be careful in choosing those very yellow koi since they ordinarily develop red spots on the head and this is not necessarily prized amongst koi collectors.