{"id":23912,"date":"2026-03-12T02:12:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=23912"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:12:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:12:56","slug":"metallic-white-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=metallic-white-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Metallic White Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"191\"><strong data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"189\">Metallic White Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"456\"><strong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"206\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"209\" \/>The Metallic White Butterfly Japanese Koi is an elegant ornamental koi featuring a pure, luminous white body with long, flowing butterfly fins. Its reflective metallic scales and graceful swimming make it a standout addition to any premium pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"697\"><strong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"469\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"472\" \/>Originating from Japan, metallic butterfly koi are selectively bred for their radiant sheen, fluid finnage, and refined coloration. This koi combines a brilliant metallic finish with the elegance of extended butterfly fins.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"888\"><strong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"711\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"714\" \/>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=\"890\" data-end=\"1015\"><strong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"912\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"915\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1111\"><strong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1046\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1271\"><strong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1134\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1137\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, thriving in clean, well-maintained ponds with adequate space and stable water conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1296\"><strong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1294\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1424\">\n<li data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1331\">\n<p data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1331\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1347\">\n<p data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1347\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1374\">\n<p data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1374\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1424\">\n<p data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1424\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Metallic White Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Metallic White Butterfly Japanese Koi is an elegant ornamental koi featuring a pure, luminous white body with long, flowing butterfly fins. Its reflective metallic scales and graceful swimming make it a standout addition to any premium pond. 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