Nishikigoi, better known as koi fish, are a well-known variety of the common carp. They are bright red and white and revered for their vibrance and grace. Even other animals, including their predators ...

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If you take a walk around San Francisco, it won’t take long before you see a koi fish. Not a real one, of course, although the bright orange-and-white graffiti art has the fluidity of a real fish ...

The 31 koi donated by Joseph Zuritsky are already living in the pond at the Japanese House and Garden. More will be introduced in May, when the water is warmer. (Emma Lee/WHYY) Joseph Zuritsky (right) ...