Doitsu Koi: Tipping the German Scales
Doitsu Koi are a fairly recent addition to the Nishikigoi universe. The word “doitsu” is a derivative of the Japanese word for Deutsche (German). They are the result
Carp Pox and Your Koi
Cyprinid Herpesvirus 1, more commonly known as Carp Pox, is one of the oldest recognized viral afflictions for koi. Carp Pox is easily recognizable by the pencil eraser-sized
Algae and Your Koi Fish Pond
Got Algae? Here’s what you need to know about algae in your koi pond, how to prevent it and how to get rid of it. Algae has been
Viewing Photos of Your Purchased Koi
Want to view the pictures of your koi after you have placed your order, and your fish have been removed from public view? No problem, just follow these
How to Recognize and Treat Common Koi Fish Illnesses
We have recently been posting about the different types of bacteria and parasites that are commonly found in your koi fish. Here is a combined list of those
Dropsy and Your Koi Fish
Dropsy (which is an old-fashioned term for edema) is also known as Pinecone, Bloater or Pop-eye disease. The fish’s pine cone appearance is a result of pressure from
Your Koi Fish Pond Fall Preparation Checklist
It’s still warm out, but the planet is slowly starting to tilt the other way and our days are getting shorter. It’s the perfect time to start thinking
Blackout Comet
You might not find too much about a Blackout Comet from a Google search. Probably because there’s not a lot that has been posted about it. Not much is known about
Koi Fish on Craigslist
In the digital age, you can buy koi fish almost anywhere. eBay, websites—domestic or international (reputable and not so much), and yes, the are even koi fish on
Pond Mates for Your Koi
With the varieties of koi that are available, it is conceivable that you will never build a pond big enough to get your fill of all the different