{"id":25539,"date":"2026-03-12T02:59:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T02:59:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25539"},"modified":"2026-03-12T03:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T03:00:00","slug":"yamato-nishiki-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=yamato-nishiki-butterfly-grade-a-koi-carp-cyprinus-carpio","title":{"rendered":"Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"189\"><strong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"187\">Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"476\"><strong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"204\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"207\" \/>The Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Grade A Koi is a vibrant ornamental koi featuring a striking blend of red, white, and metallic gold patterns across a sleek body. Its long, flowing butterfly fins and vivid coloration make it a captivating centerpiece in any premium pond.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"735\"><strong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"489\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"492\" \/>Originating from Japan, the Yamato Nishiki variety is valued for its bold, multi-colored patterns and metallic sheen. This Grade A butterfly specimen has been selectively bred for superior color balance, pattern clarity, and refined finnage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"926\"><strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"749\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"752\" \/>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=\"928\" data-end=\"1053\"><strong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"950\">Tank \/ Pond Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"953\" \/>Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1149\"><strong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1084\">Temperament \/ Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\" \/>Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1331\"><strong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1172\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\" \/>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=\"1333\" data-end=\"1356\"><strong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1354\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1484\">\n<li data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1391\">\n<p data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1391\">Temperature: 10\u201325\u00b0C (50\u201377\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1407\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1407\">pH: 6.5\u20138.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1434\">\n<p data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1434\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1484\">\n<p data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1484\">Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview:The Yamato Nishiki Butterfly Grade A Koi is a vibrant ornamental koi featuring a striking blend of red, white, and metallic gold patterns across a sleek body. Its long, flowing butterfly fins and vivid coloration make it a captivating centerpiece in any premium pond. 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