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The Advantage Of Using Poly Fish Holding Tanks(Post)
Fish tanks made of polyethylene can be a great tool in the management of fish. This is because these tanks are robust and come in the form of round structure with a flat bottom that sits on a stand m ...
Centrifugal Pumps vs. Submersible Pumps(Post)Pond pumps come in numerous varieties, and for those new to the hobby, choosing between them can be challenging. The two most common options are centrifugal pumps and submersible pumps. Below is a de ...
What You Need To Know About Troubleshooting Pond Pumps(Post)Although newer pond pumps have become more dependable and efficient in terms of energy, they are subject to Murphy’s Law and are ultimately vulnerable to malfunctions. The good news is that due ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: HITH(Post)HITH, or Hole in the Head, is a debilitating disease common in freshwater species. It has a number of potential causes and can lead to fatalities, but owners who catch and treat it early can save th ...
Pond Plant Spotlight: Pickerel(Post)Pickerel is a plant which can be found naturally throughout North America and is attractive due to its flowers which are spiked and blue. It blooms from the early part of summer until fall but must ...
Getting To Know The Pondless Waterfalls(Post)There are a number of advantages to pondless waterfalls. A full size pond requires significant expense to install and must be regularly maintained, which is a turn off for many people who either don& ...
Tips For Adding Fall Coloration To Your Landscape(Post)Fall in certain places can be quite spectacular due to the aspens which become golden combined with the deciduous trees which become yellow and red and the temperatures which are cooler than summer b ...
The Benefits of Adding Cardinal Flowers To Your Pond(Post)The herbaceous plant known as cardinal flowers provide innumerable benefits to pond owners who are wise enough to stock it. It is a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies, and its bright red colora ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Mites(Post)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 ar ...
How Ponds Can Be Used To Manage Stormwater(Post)When most people think of manmade ponds they visualize artificial structures which are designed purely for architectural appeal and visual enjoyment. However, these ponds can perform functional purpo ...
Tackling Fin Rot In Your Pond Fish(Post)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 the ...
The Importance of Cold Water Fish Food(Post)While it may be hard to believe at first, almost everything that occurs in your pond will be influenced by metabolism. Specifically, the quality of the water is determined by the metabolism of the fi ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Dropsy(Post)Dropsy can result from bacterial infection and when fish have it their bodies will swell due to the growth of fluid within their tissue. This does tremendous damage and if left untreated it is very u ...
Above Ground Ponds vs. Below Ground Ponds(Post)Ponds have a magical ability to calm us down; any form of discomfort such as stress could be easily curtailed. Since our bodies are mostly made of water, the water in the pond can provide this simila ...
How To Effectively Manage Pond Dams(Post)Dams have been used for centuries, and are prized for their ability to manipulate water. They are occasionally used by pond owners on a smaller scale, but it is crucial to make sure they are properl ...