{"product_id":"mayan-butterfly-koi","title":"Mayan Butterfly Koi (4–5\")","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCyprinus carpio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mayan Butterfly Koi is a striking ornamental pond fish known for its bold coloration, distinctive patterning, and long, flowing fins. Its extended fins create the graceful appearance associated with Butterfly or Longfin Koi, while each individual develops its own unique combination and distribution of colors and markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately 4–5 inches when sold, these are juvenile koi with considerable growth and development ahead of them. Mayan Butterfly Koi are active, social fish that can become highly interactive with their keepers and may learn to approach during feeding. Although relatively small when purchased, they require a spacious, properly filtered pond for long-term care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy–Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful \/ Social\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4–5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 18–24+ inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Pond Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,000+ gallons recommended for long-term care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 50–77°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.0–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A mature outdoor pond with strong biological and mechanical filtration, excellent oxygenation, adequate depth, and plenty of open swimming space. Koi produce substantial waste as they grow, making excellent water quality and regular maintenance essential. Feed a quality koi pellet appropriate for the season and water temperature, supplemented with suitable vegetable-based foods and occasional treats. Smooth pond structures are recommended to help protect the extended fins of Butterfly Koi from damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mayan Butterfly Koi naturally vary in size, coloration, pattern, markings, body shape, fin length, sex, and overall appearance. Juvenile coloration and patterning may continue developing as the fish matures. Specific patterns or sex cannot be guaranteed. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52676667572504,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/mayakoi.png?v=1789347130","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/mayan-butterfly-koi","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}