Most Popular Varieties of Koi
Whether you are building a pond for the first time and deciding what to stock or you inherited one and have no idea what’s in it, the ability to identify the most common koi is useful.
Moving Goldfish from an Aquarium to a Pond
Whether you have an existing koi pond or an empty backyard water garden, you might wonder whether it would make a good home for the goldfish in your
Effects of Rain on Koi Ponds
While rain can benefit your pond by providing a zero-cost, soft water supply free of chemicals like chlorine or chloramine, it can also potentially harm your pond.
Wildlife That Can Be Found in Backyard Ponds
Koi ponds naturally attract wildlife to your garden, which can provide a rich oasis for animals in addition to your fish. However, the welfare of your koi and
How to Remove Algae from Your Pond
Though you might not enjoy the aesthetic, some algae in your pond are normal. Algae thrive off nitrates in koi waste and are an essential part of your
What to Do When You Inherit a Koi Pond
Inheriting a koi pond along with the purchase of a new home can be exciting but daunting, especially for a novice. If you are lucky, the previous homeowner provided detailed instructions on the pond and its care. The following are some things to consider when you are deciding whether to assume ownership of a koi pond.
A Guide to Raising Koi Fry
Koi will breed annually if your pond has males older than two and females older than three. Fish typically spawn in late spring or early summer when water
Teaching Your Koi to Perform Tricks
Though limited by what they can do while restricted to a pond environment, koi are capable of learning a few tricks. These are the most common tricks pond owners can teach their koi to perform.
Calculating Pond Water Volume
Obtaining an accurate measurement of your pond’s volume is helpful for anyone keeping koi. Knowing the correct number of gallons your pond holds is key to informing stocking
Tips for Photographing Koi
Just about every hobbyist wants impressive pictures of their most prized koi and goldfish. Whether submitting them for a show or posting to a website, blog, or social