Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Disease

Gill Disease is an external infection which is common, particularly in warm water fish. As the name implies, it primarily affects the gills. Flavobacterium is the bacteria responsible for this afflict …

Fish pox, which is also called carp pox, is a disease which commonly afflicts both koi and goldfish. Like many other illnesses, prevention is better than treatment, and it is important to recognize th …

Fish, as with all living organisms, are susceptible to a number of diseases. One such disease is Finrot. It is a truly debilitating condition that every pond or aquarium owner must be on the lookout f …

Traditionally, bottom drains have been used mostly in pools. But a growing number of people are recognizing the benefits of using them in ponds as well. Below is a description of these drains, how the …

Your pond is the centerpiece of your garden, and debris such as falling leaves can affect the overall well-being of the aquatic animals in your pond. Leaves that fall into the pond will decay over ti …

Camallanus worms take between six and twelve weeks to grow to maturity at which time they will be noticeable to most aquarists. These parasitic worms are particularly hardy as they can survive for we …

Water garden enthusiasts prefer adding Koi fish to their pond because they are extremely low maintenance and survive just about any climatic conditions. More so, these underwater creatures are a …

Green is a wonderful color for your plants and vegetables, but green pond water is a sign that your pond is in serious trouble. There are many things that can cause it, with the most prominent be …

Some pond owners that are considering adding koi to their pond wander which season is best. Winter is obviously not a good time, but what about autumn? The answer is complex, as there are pros an …

When you have a pond at home, it's important to maintain your pond’s freshness. If the water is polluted and your fishes are dying, it defeats the purpose of having your own pond. The most …