{"id":1609,"date":"2026-02-16T22:45:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:45:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/assorted-metallic-butterfly-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:56:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:56:23","slug":"assorted-metallic-butterfly-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=assorted-metallic-butterfly-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Assorted Metallic Butterfly Classic Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"195\"><strong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"193\">Assorted Metallic Butterfly Classic Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"505\"><strong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"210\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"213\" \/>The Assorted Metallic Butterfly Classic Koi offers a stunning mix of shimmering metallic koi, each displaying long, flowing butterfly fins and vibrant reflective coloration. With no two fish exactly alike, this assortment brings movement, elegance, and visual diversity to any pond setting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"755\"><strong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"518\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"521\" \/>Originating from Japan, metallic butterfly koi are bred for their radiant scales and graceful finnage. This assorted selection showcases a range of colors and patterns, highlighting the beauty and uniqueness of each individual fish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"946\"><strong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"769\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"772\" \/>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=\"948\" data-end=\"1073\"><strong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"970\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"973\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1181\"><strong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1104\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1107\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, making them ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1362\"><strong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1204\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, suitable for hobbyists of all experience levels when provided with good water quality and adequate pond space.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1387\"><strong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1385\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1515\">\n<li data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1422\">\n<p data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1422\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<p data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1438\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1465\">\n<p data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1465\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1515\">\n<p data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1515\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Assorted Metallic Butterfly Classic Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Assorted Metallic Butterfly Classic Koi offers a stunning mix of shimmering metallic koi, each displaying long, flowing butterfly fins and vibrant reflective coloration. With no two fish exactly alike, this assortment brings movement, elegance, and visual diversity to any pond setting. 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