{"id":24822,"date":"2026-03-12T02:20:33","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:20:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24822"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:21:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:21:32","slug":"platinum-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=platinum-butterfly-japanese-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Platinum Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"179\"><strong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"177\">Platinum Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"456\"><strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"194\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"197\" \/>The Platinum Butterfly Japanese Koi is a striking ornamental koi featuring a sleek, solid metallic white body with a radiant sheen. Its long, flowing butterfly fins enhance its elegance, making it a refined and eye-catching centerpiece for any premium pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"719\"><strong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"469\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"472\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Platinum variety is prized for its pure, reflective coloration and smooth, uniform appearance. This butterfly-fin form combines traditional Japanese breeding with graceful finnage for an exceptionally elegant display.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"910\"><strong data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"733\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"736\" \/>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=\"912\" data-end=\"1037\"><strong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"934\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1133\"><strong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1068\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1326\"><strong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1156\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\" \/>Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining excellent water quality and adequate pond space is essential for long-term health and color brilliance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1351\"><strong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1349\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1479\">\n<li data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1386\">\n<p data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1386\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1402\">\n<p data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1402\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1429\">\n<p data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1429\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1479\">\n<p data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1479\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Platinum Butterfly Japanese Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Platinum Butterfly Japanese Koi is a striking ornamental koi featuring a sleek, solid metallic white body with a radiant sheen. Its long, flowing butterfly fins enhance its elegance, making it a refined and eye-catching centerpiece for any premium pond. 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