Butterfly Koi

Butterfly Koi, Cyprinus carpio, are a perfect pond addition. Their magnificently flowing fins are a display of elegance when viewed from above. A native of Eastern Asia, these beautiful, animated, hardy specimens are completely peaceful even at their maximum captive length of more than two feet. PETSOLUTIONS offers only the highest caliber specimens from breeders of outstanding reputation. Koi can survive winters in many areas of the U.S. Simply allow oxygen exchange by ensuring that a hole exists in any solid ice that might form on the top of the pond. These gentle giants can live in captivity for decades. They are aggressive eaters, yet can adapt to eat from the owner's hand. Koi are omnivores and will eat a variety of high-quality flake or pellet food. All plant roots in a barrel or pond should be protected, as the Koi will enjoy the tasty treat of any exposed plant roots.

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