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They are more noticeable when they are a darker color. Do they serve a purpose?
What are those little skin flaps in front of the koi's eyes?
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Are you talking about the barbels ,they are feelers
Nostrils.
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No, Sissy, above the eyes. I have one very big koi that is orange and black and those things are black so they are very noticeable.
OK, Lisak1, I'm guessing you got it. That makes sense!
OK, Lisak1, I'm guessing you got it. That makes sense!
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Yep.....nostrils!
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Thanks everyone. I was wondering about this for while. I just never really gave it that much thought until last week when someone asked me what they were. I couldn't give her an answer..