Maintaining Your Koi Pond
The ease of maintaining your koi pond is often overlooked in the designing and building stage of the project. Size, shape and materials used in the pond can
Treating your Koi Fish Illnesses
Ranging from parasites to fungus, bacteria to viruses, there are numerous illnesses and health issues that can affect your koi (the more common of which we looked at
Common Koi Health Issues
Clean, well-aerated water and a healthy diet can be helpful in minimizing the likelihood of health issues in koi fish. However, in the event that your koi become
Designing your Koi Pond
Designing your koi pond is not an endeavor that should be taken lightly. It is good to remember that the specific waste removal and aeration concerns for koi
Classifications of Koi Fish
In their evolution as decorative pond fish, the koi fish has enjoyed numerous color, pattern, and scalation changes. It is these differences that make up the classifications of
Feeding Frenzy!
As the water warms, your koi become more and more active. Their increased activity levels means they will eat more and more food. When the water temperatures are
The Meaning of Koi
Koi, if you are looking for the simplest explanation, means “carp.” However, perhaps because of it’s ability to captivate and inspire us through its appearance and behavior, this
Tips for Building your Koi Pond
A koi pond can be a place of peace and beauty for yourself and your koi fish. It can also add years to your life. Many beginner hobbyists
Japanese vs Domestic Koi
In looking at the difference between Japanese and domestic koi, perhaps defining terms would be helpful. “Domestic” could accurately describe a Japanese or even Israeli koi if it
The History of Koi Fish
To look at the history of the Koi fish, you would have to look back to its origins some 20 million years ago with the fossils of the