Despite its beautiful appearance, the Butterfly koi has yet to earn the recognition of koi connoisseurs. Some breeders might even go as far as saying that the Butterfly koi can’t really be classified as koi. Regardless, the Butterfly koi remains eye-catching and truly deserving of its name. So whether you’re interested in getting a Butterfly koi for your pond or just want to know what the fuss is all about, this article will tell you all about Butterfly koi that you need to know. All about Butterfly koi’s origins To understand why the Butterfly koi still hasn’t gained recognition in...

As if regular koi were not already visually striking enough, butterfly koi provide an entirely new level of drama and graceful beauty.  These fish are very similar to their koi carp cousins but do have some very drastic differences, including their appearance.  Let’s learn a bit about what makes baby butterfly koi so special. The Differences Between Koi and Butterfly Koi At a glance, there are some visual differences that separate butterfly koi from traditional koi carp.  Butterfly koi have fins that never stop growing, creating dramatic, long fins that trail behind the fish as it swims.  Additionally, they are...

Koi fish, in general, are very good eaters and seem to be insatiable, making it quite easy to bulk up their size and get them big, beautiful, and healthy. Fortunately, if you are looking into keeping butterfly koi, you can feed them essentially the same diet as the rest of your koi. Butterfly koi grow rapidly and look stunning with their trailing fins but are essentially very comparable to their ornamental koi cousins in many ways. Let’s take a look at some of the best butterfly koi food options to help you find the perfect meal for your stunning new...

Raising baby koi fish is a super fun venture that allows you the ability to raise up your little koi from their earliest moments. While many people bulk purchase koi fish from retailers like PetCo or PetSmart, there are tons of other options and reputable breeders available out there that have quality, healthy fish, including a wide range of baby koi fry. Even better, you can even fund butterfly koi fry! These speciality crossbred carp are a great, visually striking addition to any pond, adding a little drama to the overall space. Let’s take a look at where you can find butterfly koi...