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Quote: Originally Posted by dick benbow elizabeth...good to see you posting again....I'm looking forward to getting my 8-10 ochiba 3-4 inchers from Mat at quality koi this month. That way i'll be able to document their growth. As discussed.... genetics, water conditions, even temperature can affect their coloration. They are a neat koi, usually friendly and will be fun to leaern from so many individuals!

I am going to pick up my Ochiba this Saturday that my hub bought me for Christmas. It is a doitsu Ochiba and I am Rod McConkey got it for me in Japan. He has been keeping it since before Christmas too. He is such a nice guy. My ponds are all ready for a new Ochiba.
Unfortunately, Arthur got a huge shipment in or was supposed to when I was out of town. I've been gone almost constantly since April 6. It is great to be home.
I have to resist going and checking out his tosai. I really like growing them from little guys. Just like kids.
LBD
PS you may call me Beth