Quote:
Originally Posted by
Richard Rombold 
Carl,
Yes, exactly. It may have to do with the scales not being fully developed or the hormones at this age, but it is in many ways easier to spot the ones with the most promise at this stage. Many breeders like to keep these aside in a separate net while culling. If for no other reason than to admire them at the end of the day. I am sure this was the case at Quality Koi. This may not be the case with all varieties, but it holds true for kohaku, sanke, yamabuki and purachina.
Richard