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Quote: Originally Posted by JasPR Hahaha! Of course, I should have realized that as I don't think the mother is that old?! But thanks for taking my post in the spirit it was intended. There is no perfect koi. But there is something in every koi that can be admired. Still, I'd keep an eye on that retreasting kiwa. It seemed like a 'normal' decline for a 14year old koi- but not a 4 year old koi of this quality and lineage. Maybe too fast a growth rate? too much sun? Or being kept indoors? Or just the nature of that pattern as it ages? It will be interesting to see this fish in a year or two. JR

Too fast a growth probably. From past experience this type of beni will do well. BTW I have not been giving colour food for a few months now. That could have contributed.

Anyhow it'll be interesting to see how she develops. Expectations though often not met is a main part of the fun in this hobby. My bet is that the beni will continue to improve. I'll continue to give updates.