{"id":24720,"date":"2026-03-12T02:19:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24720"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:21:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:21:09","slug":"matsuba-butterfly-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=matsuba-butterfly-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Matsuba Butterfly Classic Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"167\"><strong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"165\">Matsuba Butterfly Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"416\"><strong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"182\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"185\" \/>The Matsuba Butterfly Koi is a visually striking koi with a metallic body and distinctive reticulated (pinecone-like) scale pattern. Its long, flowing fins and graceful swimming make it a standout addition to any ornamental pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"615\"><strong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"429\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"432\" \/>Developed in Japan, the Matsuba variety is prized for its unique scaled patterning and has been enhanced with butterfly fins to combine classic koi aesthetics with elegant movement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"789\"><strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"629\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"632\" \/>Omnivorous. Feed high-quality 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=\"791\" data-end=\"913\"><strong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"813\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"816\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish like goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1009\"><strong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"944\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"947\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for community ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1137\"><strong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1032\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, but requires sufficient pond space and proper filtration.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1162\"><strong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1160\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1290\">\n<li data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1197\">\n<p data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1197\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1213\">\n<p data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1213\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1240\">\n<p data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1240\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1290\">\n<p data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1290\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Matsuba Butterfly Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Matsuba Butterfly Koi is a visually striking koi with a metallic body and distinctive reticulated (pinecone-like) scale pattern. Its long, flowing fins and graceful swimming make it a standout addition to any ornamental pond. 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