JanT (ScottT's) Ogata showa grow out

[JanT]

ScottT's ( posting as JanT) growout showa #44
Koi Info
Koi 1 size when recieved: 10" (#44)
Koi 2 size when recieved:
Koi 3 size when recieved:

Koi 1 size between 10/1/08 and 11/1/08:
Koi 2 size between 10/1/08 and 11/1/08:
Koi 3 size between 10/1/08 and 11/1/08:

Koi 1 size between 6/1/09 and 7/1/09:
Koi 2 size between 6/1/09 and 7/1/09:
Koi 3 size between 6/1/09 and 7/1/09:

Pond temp when received: 73 degrees
Pond temp at 6 month photo:
Pond temp at final photo:

Pond Info
Gallons: 300 indoor tank at first, but will certainly move them to big pond later
Stocking rate: 6 koi all under 12", most are under 8"
Filtration: 2 DIY 55gal barrels, well seasoned, 3 high zoot air bubblers
Liner Type:
Turnover rate:
Dimensions:
Water changes per week: 2-3
Amount of water changed %: 10-25% ea. X

Food Info
Brand and Type fed: Hikari wheat germ, Hi silk, Dianichi, and various treats

Owner Info
Years in hobby: 14, plus many more of aquarium experience
Years buying show koi: 10
Zone: 5b-6
State: Colorado

Fun Stuff
Koi 1 sex guess when received: Female, but just guessing. Don't think anyone is that good at this size, are they?
Koi 2 sex guess when received:
Koi 3 sex guess when received:
Koi 1 name: Never name em if you like em!
Koi 2 name:
Koi 3 name:
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[JanT]

August 19th, 08
Koi was transferred to outdoor pond for the next 2 months. Did not measure (can tell it grew some), but beni is intensifying and koi appears totally healthy. We can see underlying black 'slash' from nose to top of head more clearly.

[PapaBear]

Lookin' good guys. Nice big blocks of beni and the sumi looks like it could come up in all the right places The conformation and the nice little crest at the base of the head makes me think this one could really grow well

[JanT]

Quote: Originally Posted by PapaBear Lookin' good guys. Nice big blocks of beni and the sumi looks like it could come up in all the right places The conformation and the nice little crest at the base of the head makes me think this one could really grow well

Morning, Larry!
I agree with your comments.....only hope we aren't fooled. I have never owned an Ogata (wondering why)so this is first learning on this breeder, and enjoyable.
Also, when I pick small fish like this, I look at finnage too. Large, well proportioned fins all around can help to show good future growth.