Annual Chagoi Butterfly & Larger Koi Sale

Chagoi The Gentle Giant

Upon first sight, the Chagoi, as compared to many other breeds of Koi is quite plain looking. There are no fancy patterns or bright colors. They are a simply one colored, non metallic Koi that usually come in some shade of greenish, brownish, or reddish brown, with the occasional cream or beige. They also come in the Gin Rin (sparkly scale) version as well.  In looking at them, probably the thing that strikes you most will be the reticulation of the scale pattern. Each scale is traced in a very thin line of black that makes each individual scale stand out. It resembles a faint fish-net pattern over the entire body. Faint, yet noticeable, but not overwhelming. So overall, and as compared to all the flashy breeds, the Chagoi appearance is quite subtle.

They are judged for quality by the consistency of their color over the entire head and body, as well as the evenness of their scale reticulation. Depending on the age of the fish, the head should generally be the same color/shade of the body. Body conformation is also a big factor in determining the quality of any given Chagoi. They should have big shoulders and a general beefy look. Below are some example photos of various types and shades of Chagoi.

  With no other breed of Koi does the saying "don't judge a book by it's cover" apply more so than with Chagoi. Why, you may ask? Well the Chagoi has some very special characteristics and traits that are built right into their genetics. One of those things is

 

Ok, so size does not matter to you. Well the Chagoi have yet another trait, and to me it is the one that sold me on them. Years ago I refused to breed Chagoi because they resemble the common carp to a small degree. In looking at all the other fancy-smancie breeds, why would I ever breed a plain brown or green Koi? Here's why ;

 

You see the Chagoi also has the general trait of being the friendliest most docile Koi going. Some are so friendly they actually enjoy interactions with their owners. Even to the point of enjoying being held and petted! They are so calm and docile usually that they tend to help calm all the other Koi that live with them. This in turn can make all your fish much friendlier towards you. They calm the whole pond down, and this in turn allows a much better chance of hand feeding your fish. Here at the farm, I have at times even fed my fish from a baby bottle, when I find time to interact with them!

Once you get a Chagoi and witness their personalities, you will instantly start to see them in another light. Today, the Chagoi is one of my favorite all around breeds due to all the factors mentioned above. I just love their personalities combined with the fast growth and overall massiveness they achieve. They truly are the gentle , loving giants of the Koi world.

Other Breeds of Large Fish on Sale

We also have some other gorgeous, larger, Select & Premium grade fish(not Chagoi) that will be on sale as well. They will be starting as low as $99 for a few select fish, and  up to $350, and a few prices in between. These larger fish generally range in size from 15" to about 24" approximately.