Tancho is not always a winner at koi shows. In fact, some koi shows do not even have a Tancho category. But it is not too much exaggeration to say that Tancho is one of the most popular varieties of koi. To be precise, Tancho is not really a fixed variety like the others. Rather, […]
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We received a call from Rob Shannon Concrete Pumping in El Cajon, California about a pond in Poway. The homeowner, Greg, was looking for advice and guidance. We set up a time to meet, and after seeing the canvas we went to work.
Have you ever seen a koi eat a big, juicy wedge of orange? If not, then you clearly haven’t spent time with Toni Jacobs Lopez, who delights in feeding his fish all sorts of tasty treats. From honey to whole wheat and from pineapple to pasta, the diet Toni suggests for koi is diverse, healthy and a load of fun to feed!
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New pond owners do their best to keep their fish healthy and happy. But thanks to the rapid breeding and growth rates of many fish, even the most well-intentioned fishkeepers can find their ponds dangerously overstocked in a matter of months. Carolyn Weise describes the circumstances that can turn a happy pond into a cramped, unhealthy habitat — and the steps you can take to prevent the transformation.
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If your koi are losing their color, swimming sluggishly or “circling the bowl,” don’t call the coroner just yet. Examining your fish for harmful microscopic parasites is easier than you think. Follow Ellen Kloubec’s detailed instructions to perform skin scrapes and find out what’s ailing your precious pets. It might just save their lives!
Koi Skin Scrapes: A How-To Guide Read More »
ith a history spanning over a century, goldfish have come a long way from their humble beginnings as a cheap food source in China. And while their American legacy began as a “five-and-dime” product at Woolworth, today’s goldfish are anything but ordinary. Joe Pawlak of Blackwater Creek Koi Farms sheds some light on the many colorful varieties of the fish you only thought you knew.
Prior to the initial outbreak of KHV in the United States, the worst thing we had to deal with was the dreaded Aeromonas in koi ponds. Read along as Carolyn Weise of Ecological Laboratories describes the details and dangers of the KDV outbreak.
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For many koi lovers, koi appreciation is about admiring the juxtaposition of colors. When it comes to Hikari Muji, however, all of the beauty is conveyed in just one hue. Check out Taro Kodama’s story to learn about the unique characteristics of this monochrome breed … and how to make simple beauty a part of your pond or koi business.
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While mammals have a plethora of techniques for surviving single-digit temperatures, fish, frogs and turtles are stuck with just two: changing their eating habits and moving to a new part of your pond. In this important article, Justin Lorson offers information and tips to help your pond pets survive the winter months. Take close notes and they’ll thank you when the ice thaws!
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The Japanese word asagi refers to a light indigo color, so it’s easy to guess what this beautiful variety of koi might look like. But it’s more than just color that makes Asagi so impressive. Continuing his exclusive koi masterclass, Taro Kodama illustrates the unique characteristics of this unusually attractive fish.
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