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Also known as koi carp, nishikigoi, koi fish
thumb|Koi in Japan thumb|Several koi swim around in a pond in Japan (video). thumb|A school of koi containing multiple different varieties
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- Etymology
- Taxonomy
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- Differences from goldfish
- Health, maintenance, and longevity
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- In the wild
- In common culture
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thumb|Koi in Japan thumb|Several koi swim around in a pond in Japan (video). thumb|A school of koi containing multiple different varieties
, or more specifically , are colored varieties of carp (Cyprinus sp.) that are kept for decorative purposes in outdoor koi ponds or water gardens.
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