My Koi I Have Collected Part 2A

Midori- meaning Green. Similar to the one in Vid 1, but more Metallic Gold with a Green hue. It is a Mirror scale (row of scales on top).
Kumonryu- White with Black markings. An unstable color and can change color 5-6 times in its lifetime. The book says it is a Shusui mixed with a Matsubakawabakke, but I'm led to believe it is a Shusui mixed with a Karasu (ancient black). Because of the Shusui lineage, the Koi will usually demonstrate Shusui markings with a dirty head and a dab of blue. Best to choose one with Black markings across the head. What to look for is the 'Shark Eyes', some will NOT have them. I prefer the dark eyes always. It usually has Black mostly through the top-side of the Koi, with very little black below the lateral lines. This particular Koi is just the opposite, a 'recessive' in my eyes.
Kikokuryu- A Black, Large scale, Diamond scale. Hard to find. Most Diamond scales on Black do NOT show up clearly on the Black. If you look at a Showa, or a Sanke with Diamond scales, they are usually 'weak' in the shiny part. Always try to find a Diamond scale with Bright shine on the scales on the Black color.
Kujaku- with Matsuba markings. Start with the White Metallic head, and fairly clear. The heart of the scales are Black and Depressed with a Metallic White Border. Symmetry is important to me in Large scales. Considering the mixture of breeds, this is a fine example. Trying to label this type of fish is not easy. I believe this Koi will develop shiny white borders around each scale as it gets older.