Description A Classic Koi Angel With Stunning Orange Coloring Our Deluxe Tri-Color Orange Koi Angelfish are one of the most recognizable varieties in the angelfish hobby, sometimes referred to as Classic Koi Angels. Technically classified as Blushing Gold Marbles, these fish display a minimum of 25% orange coverage on their bodies, often significantly more, alongside classic black and white marbling patterns. Each fish is unique, with orange coverage and pattern distribution varying between individuals. Understanding the Koi Range Koi angelfish come in three distinct coverage types, all sharing the same genetics but expressing different ranges of orange coloring. Deluxe Tri-Color fall in the middle range with 25 to 75% orange coverage. High Coverage or Red Devil Koi display close to 100% orange coverage and were developed directly from this line. Panda Koi display very little to no orange coloring. Breeding Deluxe Tri-Color together will produce offspring across all three coverage types, with the majority falling into the Deluxe Tri-Color range and some producing the highly sought after High Coverage expression. Genetics Koi angelfish carry the Gold Marble gene alongside a double dose of the Stripeless gene, expressed genetically as Gm/g S/S or Gm/Gm S/S. The Gm notation represents the Gold Marble gene while g represents the Gold gene and S represents Stripeless. As with all Koi type angelfish, offspring can vary greatly in orange coverage even from the same spawn. The Importance of a High Carotene Diet Offering a diet rich in carotene sources will help Koi angelfish develop deeper and more vibrant orange tones over time. As juveniles these fish need time and the right nutrition to reach their full color potential. We recommend incorporating the following foods to support the best possible coloring in your Koi angelfish: Astaxanthin A powerful natural color enhancing supplement supporting deep and vibrant orange tones. Grand Champion RED A pellet containing astaxanthin for exceptional color enhancement. Artemia Flake A thick meaty flake providing 400ppm astaxanthin, one of the most powerful natural color enhancing compounds available. Color Growth Flake Contains astaxanthin, artemia, and spirulina for a well rounded color enhancing and growth supporting diet. Fin Types Available in both Standard and Veil fin types when in stock.
