{"id":24780,"date":"2026-03-12T02:20:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24780"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:21:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:21:31","slug":"platinum-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=platinum-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Platinum Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"177\"><strong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"175\">Platinum Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"435\"><strong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"192\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\" \/>The Platinum Butterfly Grade A Koi is a striking ornamental koi with a solid, shimmering silver-white body and long, flowing butterfly fins. Its metallic sheen and graceful swimming make it a sophisticated centerpiece in any premium pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"680\"><strong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"448\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"451\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Platinum variety is prized for its pure metallic coloration and refined appearance. This Grade A butterfly specimen has been selectively bred for superior color clarity, balance, and elegant finnage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"871\"><strong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"694\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\" \/>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=\"873\" data-end=\"998\"><strong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"895\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1094\"><strong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1029\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1032\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1276\"><strong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1117\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining optimal water quality and adequate pond space is essential for preserving Grade A condition.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1301\"><strong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1299\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1429\">\n<li data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1336\">\n<p data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1336\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1352\">\n<p data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1352\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1379\">\n<p data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1379\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1429\">\n<p data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1429\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Platinum Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Platinum Butterfly Grade A Koi is a striking ornamental koi with a solid, shimmering silver-white body and long, flowing butterfly fins. Its metallic sheen and graceful swimming make it a sophisticated centerpiece in any premium pond. 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