{"id":24213,"date":"2026-03-12T02:15:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:15:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24213"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:16:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:16:43","slug":"ochiba-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=ochiba-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Ochiba Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"175\"><strong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"173\">Ochiba Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"482\"><strong data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"190\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"193\" \/>The Ochiba Butterfly Japanese Koi is a beautifully subtle ornamental koi featuring earthy tones of bronze, brown, and gold, complemented by long, flowing butterfly fins. Its natural, autumn-inspired coloration and elegant swimming make it a sophisticated centerpiece in any premium pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"726\"><strong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"495\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"498\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Ochiba variety is prized for its muted, natural hues reminiscent of fallen autumn leaves. This butterfly-fin specimen has been selectively bred for color depth, pattern balance, and refined finnage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"917\"><strong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"740\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"743\" \/>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=\"919\" data-end=\"1044\"><strong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"941\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"944\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1140\"><strong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1075\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1323\"><strong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1163\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1166\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining excellent water quality and sufficient pond space is essential to preserve Grade A condition.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1348\"><strong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1346\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1476\">\n<li data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1383\">\n<p data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1383\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1399\">\n<p data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1399\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1426\">\n<p data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1426\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1476\">\n<p data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1476\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ochiba Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Ochiba Butterfly Japanese Koi is a beautifully subtle ornamental koi featuring earthy tones of bronze, brown, and gold, complemented by long, flowing butterfly fins. Its natural, autumn-inspired coloration and elegant swimming make it a sophisticated centerpiece in any premium pond. 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