Yamabuki

Appearance: Liquid gold
Yamabuki Ogon belongs to the Hikari Muji (solid-color metallic fish) category. The name "Yamabuki" is derived from the Japanese yellow rose (Kerria japonica), which accurately describes its shade.

Color: It ranges from a soft lemon yellow to a rich, dark gold color. The most valuable are individuals with a pure, uniform shade without spots.

Metallic shine (Hikari): This is the most important factor. The fish must have a strong metallic shine that covers the entire body, including the head and fins.

Fukurin: Similar to the Chagoi variety, the "Fukurin" is highly prized in top-quality Yamabuki - the aesthetic meshing of the skin around the scales, which, combined with a metallic sheen, creates a 3D effect.

Head Cleanliness: The head must be absolutely clean, without black dots (Shimi) or reddish spots.

Size and Growth Potential
The Yamabuki Ogon is known for its ability to grow to monumental sizes. It is one of the fastest growing varieties.

Length: With proper care, it usually reaches 80-100 cm.

Body Structure: They tend to have a massive, wide body. Their size combined with their vibrant color makes them the "flagships" of the pond.

Behavior and Temperament
The Yamabuki is, like other Ogons, an extremely docile fish.

Trustworthiness: They are known for learning to take food from your hand very quickly. Their fearlessness helps other, more timid fish in the pond feel more secure.

Activity: They are energetic swimmers that are constantly on the move, beautifully enlivening the dynamics of the pond.

Weaknesses and aesthetic risks
Although it is a robust variety, it has its own specific aesthetic pitfalls:

Shimi (black spots): The Yamabuki's worst enemy. Small black spots can appear due to stress, genetics or inappropriate water parameters (too hard water).

Color fading: With a lack of sunlight or a poor diet, their rich yellow color can fade to a cream color.

Visibility of injuries: Every scratch or incipient inflammation is visible on the bright, solid-colored body, which requires vigilance from the owner.

Health and diseases
The Yamabuki Ogon is a genetically very strong variety, but owners should monitor:

Skin quality: Metallic fish produce a specific type of slime. If the fish is stressed, its shine will be dull and its skin will appear dull.

Bacterial infections: Red veins on the fins are the first sign that nitrite or ammonia levels are rising in the pond.

Parasites: Their light color makes skin parasites (such as anchor worms or lice) visible earlier than in other fish.

Necessary breeding information
To maintain the "golden" appearance, we recommend:

Diet: Use high-quality food. However, be careful with color enhancer foods with a high spirulina content. These are designed for red fish and can cause the yellow color of Yamabuki to take on an undesirable orange hue.

Water parameters: A stable pH and regular water changes are key to maintaining the shine. Soft water generally helps prevent the formation of Shimi.

Filtration: Since Yamabuki grow to large sizes and have a large appetite, filtration must be designed for a high biological load.

Space: Due to their growth potential, they are not suitable for small prefabricated plastic ponds. They require spacious tanks with a depth of at least 1.2 - 1.5 m.

Yamabuki Ogon is a fish that will bring you joy from the first sight of the surface. It is an ideal companion for beginners thanks to its resistance, but also for advanced collectors who will appreciate the quality of its metallic shine and majestic size.