{"id":14479,"date":"2026-02-18T01:41:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T01:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/yamato-nishiki-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T14:05:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:05:17","slug":"yamato-nishiki-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=yamato-nishiki-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"191\"><strong data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"189\">Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"480\"><strong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"206\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"209\" \/>The Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Japanese Koi is a vibrant and eye-catching ornamental koi, featuring a beautiful blend of red, white, and metallic gold tones. Enhanced by long, flowing butterfly fins, this variety brings elegance, colour, and movement to any pond display.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"772\"><strong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"493\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"496\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Yamato Nishiki is a metallic variation of the classic Kohaku lineage. It is prized for its vivid coloration, balanced patterning, and reflective metallic sheen. This butterfly-fin variety enhances the traditional look with graceful, flowing fins.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"963\"><strong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"786\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"789\" \/>Omnivorous. Feed high-quality, color-enhancing koi pellets as a staple, supplemented with vegetables, shrimp, or seasonal treats. Feed 1\u20132 times daily during warmer months.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1090\"><strong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"987\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"990\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1196\"><strong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1121\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1124\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, making it ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1386\"><strong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1219\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1222\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining good water quality and adequate pond space is essential for long-term health and vibrant coloration.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1411\"><strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1409\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1539\">\n<li data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1446\">\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1446\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1462\">\n<p data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1462\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1489\">\n<p data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1489\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1539\">\n<p data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1539\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Japanese Koi is a vibrant and eye-catching ornamental koi, featuring a beautiful blend of red, white, and metallic gold tones. Enhanced by long, flowing butterfly fins, this variety brings elegance, colour, and movement to any pond display. 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