A red and white koi is most famously known as a Kohaku (Japanese: 紅白), which literally translates to \"red and white\". It is widely considered the \"King of Koi\" and is the oldest, most foundational variety of ornamental carp. Along with the tri-colored Sanke and Showa, the Kohaku forms the Gosanke group, or the \"Big Three\" essential varieties prized by collectors.
