
Did You Know?
- Koi were developed from common carp in Japan in the 1820s, and are still popular there because they are a symbol of love and friendship.
- Koi never stop growing and can live for centuries. One famous scarlet koi named "Hanako" (c. 1751 – July 7, 1977) was owned by several individuals and was reportedly 226 years old upon her death.