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FFP Opens New Retail Location in Chattanooga, TN(Post)
Fitz’s Fish Ponds is thrilled to announce our newest retail store in Chattanooga, TN! After a successful run in the Tri-State area, we are excited to extend our passion for pond design and ...
The Benefits of Electrofishing(Post)Electrofishing involves the distribution and generation of an electric field within pond water so that fish can be sampled. Electrofishing is usually done via boat and as such is geared towards larg ...
The Benefits of EPDM Pond Liners(Post)When it comes to building a durable, long-lasting pond, choosing the right pond liner is critical. EPDM pond liners provide a number of benefits over standard models. One of the most popular and reli ...
What Should You Do About String Algae?(Post)String algae are an issue that every pond owner has to deal with. While algae is acceptable in small amounts, too much of it can be a cause for concern. Below are some things you should know about st ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Columnaris(Post)Columnaris, which is also called cottonmouth, is an affliction which results from the aerobic bacteria Flavobacterium columnare. This bacterium is gram negative, common in water which is fresh and fr ...
Press Release: Grand Opening — New Chattanooga Location!(Post)Chattanooga, TN – Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP), a leading name in pond construction, maintenance, and aquatic life, is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of its brand-new location in Chatt ...
Adding Sturgeon To Your Pond(Post)Sturgeon is a family of fish that can be divided into twenty seven species. They are considered by many experts to be primitive fish since they display characteristics which have largely not changed ...
Why You Should Garden Using Straw Bales(Post)Although straw bales are popularly associated with Halloween decorations, when used properly they can be an essential part of the water garden or landscape. The reason for this is because when the s ...
Top Tips To Keep Your Pond Leaves-Free(Post)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 t ...
Why Pond Fish Sometimes Become Dormant(Post)When pond and aquarium experts use the term “dormant” to describe fish, many novice fish owners don’t know what they’re referring to, but below is a detailed description of th ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Costia(Post)Costia is a parasite that is single celled and thrives in cold water. It will multiply quickly in this environment and can cause considerable harm to any fish it comes into contact with. It is consid ...
What Is Aquascaping? A Beginner’s Guide(Post)Aquascaping is a fusion of art and the science of arrangement. Its layout processes can be compared to those of a photographer or painter, as they have the same principles. Color, texture, and struct ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Parasitic Worms in Ponds(Post)Parasitic worms are a serious concern for pond owners and aquarists. Among the most notorious is the Camallanus worm, a fish worm parasite that grows over 6–12 weeks and becomes visible protru ...
Bringing Nature Indoors Aquascaping and Nature Aquariums(Post)As pond owners prepare to close their ponds for the colder months and retreat indoors, there’s an option for bringing the peaceful tranquility of your pond into your home. Aquascapes, also ...
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