{"id":24397,"date":"2026-03-12T02:16:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:16:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24397"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:17:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:17:48","slug":"kin-ki-utsuri-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=kin-ki-utsuri-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Kin Ki Utsuri Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"185\"><strong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"183\">Kin Ki Utsuri Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"482\"><strong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"200\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"203\" \/>The Kin Ki Utsuri Butterfly Grade A Koi is a striking ornamental koi featuring rich golden-yellow coloration contrasted with deep black patterning. Enhanced by long, flowing butterfly fins, this variety delivers exceptional visual impact and elegance in any premium pond setting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"720\"><strong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"495\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"498\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Kin Ki Utsuri belongs to the Utsurimono group, prized for bold color contrast. This Grade A butterfly specimen has been selectively bred for superior color balance, clarity, and refined finnage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"909\"><strong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"734\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"737\" \/>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=\"911\" data-end=\"1034\"><strong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"933\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1138\"><strong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1065\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, making it ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1313\"><strong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1161\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1164\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining excellent water quality and adequate space is essential for preserving Grade A quality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1338\"><strong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1336\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1466\">\n<li data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1373\">\n<p data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1373\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1389\">\n<p data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1389\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1416\">\n<p data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1416\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1466\">\n<p data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1466\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kin Ki Utsuri Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Kin Ki Utsuri Butterfly Grade A Koi is a striking ornamental koi featuring rich golden-yellow coloration contrasted with deep black patterning. Enhanced by long, flowing butterfly fins, this variety delivers exceptional visual impact and elegance in any premium pond setting. 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