{"id":24844,"date":"2026-03-12T02:20:40","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=24844"},"modified":"2026-03-12T02:21:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:21:47","slug":"matsuba-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=matsuba-classic-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Matsuba Classic Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-1005a822-21c3-4dbb-8986-92350cd2dfb5-70\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-792\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"5d33fe2f-8b11-4699-96e1-a2e34cc2c94f\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-1005a822-21c3-4dbb-8986-92350cd2dfb5-71\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-794\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8b06e89d-41ac-4f87-b363-2fcbaf8581f9\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<h2 data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"105\"><strong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"105\">Matsuba Classic Koi Carp (<em data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"102\">Cyprinus carpio<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"125\"><strong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"123\">Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"489\">The <strong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"145\">Matsuba Koi<\/strong> is a striking and elegant variety of Japanese koi, prized for its <strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"274\">metallic sheen and distinctive pinecone-like scale pattern<\/strong>. Each scale is outlined in dark pigment, creating a bold netted appearance that gives this koi its signature look. Matsuba varieties are known for their strong coloration, hardy nature, and graceful swimming style.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"507\"><strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"505\">Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"515\">Japan<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"534\"><strong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"532\">Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"707\">\n<li data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"651\">\n<p data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"651\">Omnivorous: high-quality koi pellets, wheat germ, vegetables, and occasional treats such as shrimp or earthworms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"707\">\n<p data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"707\">Feed 1\u20132 times daily depending on water temperature<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"736\"><strong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"734\">Tank \/ Pond Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"840\">\n<li data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"796\">\n<p data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"796\">Compatible with other koi and large, peaceful pond fish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"840\">\n<p data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"840\">Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"862\"><strong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"860\">Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"929\">\n<li data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"875\">\n<p data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"875\">Peaceful<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"929\">\n<p data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"929\">Social and well-suited to group pond environments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"957\"><strong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"955\">Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"980\">Beginner to advanced<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1008\"><strong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1006\">Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1094\">\n<li data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1047\">\n<p data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1047\"><strong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1027\">Temperature:<\/strong> 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1067\">\n<p data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1067\"><strong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1057\">pH:<\/strong> 6.8\u20138.2<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1094\">\n<p data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1094\"><strong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1083\">Hardness:<\/strong> Moderate<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1111\"><strong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1109\">Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1326\">\n<li data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1189\">\n<p data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1189\">Requires a spacious pond or very large aquarium with excellent filtration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1256\">\n<p data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1256\">Colors intensify with proper diet, sunlight, and water quality<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1326\">\n<p data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1326\">Hardy and long-lived, making them ideal for long-term koi keepers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1466\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">A stunning and resilient koi variety, the <strong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1393\">Matsuba Classic Koi<\/strong> adds elegance, contrast, and timeless beauty to any koi pond collection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Matsuba Classic Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview The Matsuba Koi is a striking and elegant variety of Japanese koi, prized for its metallic sheen and distinctive pinecone-like scale pattern. 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