
Tackling Fin Rot In Your Pond Fish
Apr 19th 2024
If you have chosen to have a pond in your outside space, you are likely to have also chosen to stock it with ornamental fish, koi or the many other types of fish. Whilst you can easily look after thei …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Ammonia Poisoning
Apr 19th 2024
Ammonia poisoning is a serious threat to your pond fish, especially if the pond is newly constructed or the biological filter has been compromised. Below is a description of this hazard, why it happe …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Lymphocystis
Apr 19th 2024
Lymphocystis is a virus which afflicts fish, especially freshwater species. The good news is that unlike most viral diseases, which are untreatable and often fatal, Lymphocystis like Costia can be man …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Mites
Apr 19th 2024
Pond fish are vulnerable to a number of afflictions, one of which is Gill Mites. The disease results from a parasite that thrives on the blood of its victims, along with their skin particles. Fish are …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Disease
Apr 19th 2024
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 …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Finrot
Apr 19th 2024
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 …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Velvet Disease
Apr 19th 2024
Velvet Disease, which is Also known as Gold Dust Disease, is an affliction that is common among fish held in both aquariums and ponds. It is particularly dangerous because it can strike imperceptibly …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Saprolegnia
Apr 19th 2024
Saprolegnia is a fungal disease that afflicts fish. It is a serious condition, particularly for pond owners who have spent large sums on their fish, as there is no cure and the fatality rate is high a …
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The Most Common Fish Problems You Might Have To Tackle
Apr 19th 2024
Fish are susceptible to a number of different diseases that both pond and aquarium owners must be aware of. The six most common fish problems include anchor worms, bacteria, fish lice, fungus, skin pa …
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Best Practices for Quarantining Pond Fish
Apr 19th 2024
Pond fish are susceptible to a number of diseases and other problems, and when detected they must be contained as quickly as possible. One way of preventing illness from spreading is through quarantin …
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