Shusui Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp Cyprinus Carpio

Shusui Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp Cyprinus CarpioShusui Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Overview: The Shusui Butterfly Grade A Koi is a beautiful ornamental koi featuring a scaleless (Doitsu) body with a striking blue gray back, red or orange accents along the sides, and a distinct row of lateral scales. Its long, flowing butterfly fins and graceful swimming make it an elegant addition to any premium pond. Origin: Originating from Japan, the Shusui variety is a Doitsu version of the

Shusui Butterfly Grade A Koi Carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Overview:
The Shusui Butterfly Grade A Koi is a beautiful ornamental koi featuring a scaleless (Doitsu) body with a striking blue-gray back, red or orange accents along the sides, and a distinct row of lateral scales. Its long, flowing butterfly fins and graceful swimming make it an elegant addition to any premium pond.

Origin:
Originating from Japan, the Shusui variety is a Doitsu version of the Asagi line, prized for its crisp patterning and metallic sheen. This Grade A butterfly specimen has been selectively bred for superior color balance, pattern clarity, and refined finnage.

Feeding:
Omnivorous. Feed high-quality, color-enhancing koi pellets as a staple, supplemented with vegetables, shrimp, or seasonal treats. Feed 1–2 times daily during warmer months.

Tank / Pond Mates:
Peaceful and social. Best kept with other koi or calm, similarly sized pond fish such as goldfish.

Temperament / Aggression:
Very peaceful and non-aggressive, ideal for mixed koi ponds.

Experience Level:
Beginner to advanced. Hardy and adaptable, though maintaining excellent water quality and sufficient pond space is essential for preserving Grade A condition.

Water Parameters:

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  Temperature: 10–25°C (50–77°F)
  
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  pH: 6.5–8.5
  
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  Water Type: Freshwater
  
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  Minimum Pond Size: 1,000+ gallons recommended