How long for a Koi’s lost scales to grow back?

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A growing Koi regrows lost scales in about a month; an adult needs 2-3 months, depending on area and severity. If scales are lost, change water to keep it clean and prevent infection; if needed, bath it in potassium permanganate or oxytetracycline.

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