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Koi Fish

One of the first things people think about when they see koi fish is that they look like big goldfish. While this is true, there is a lot more to these fish than one might think.

Here are four facts you may not know about koi fish:

• They are tough – Koi fish might be beautiful to look at, but they are pretty tough as well. In fact, these fish are even able to survive in freezing temperatures. Still, a floating heater in the winter might be appreciated by the fish.

• They thrive outdoors – Because koi fish can grow up to two-feet long, they are not fish that typically do well in smaller indoor tanks or aquariums. Many people take joy in seeing their koi in outdoor ponds because it is more similar to their natural environment.

• They grow accustomed to owners – Owners who do a god job in feeding and adequately caring for their koi fish are rewarded by the fish if the owners are patient. Once a person has earned the trust of his fish, many of them will actually eat directly from the owner’s hand.
• Lucky fish – Koi fish are originally from China. According to Chinese lore, these fish bring good luck to their owners.

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