摘要
Koi fish, commonly referred to .as ＂precious stones in water＂or ＂swimming artwork,＂ belong to an ornamental variety of carp. Koi, which have pretty colors and patterns, generally live 60-70 years. In several Asian cultures, including Chinese, Koi fish represent good luck. The age-old saying ＂koi .jumping over the dragon＇s door＂ refers to one＇s effort to achieve Success.
锦鲤有“水中活宝石”、“会游泳的艺术品”的美称。锦鲤体格健美、色彩艳丽、花纹多变、泳姿雄然。锦鲤寓意吉祥，相传能为人们带来好运。中国自古更有“鲤鱼跳龙门”之说。
