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Fish Disease Spotlight: Argulus(Post)
Argulus, which is also referred to as Fish Louse, is a parasite that is common among fish. It has the shape of a disc which is flattened, and resembles a crustacean. Upon becoming adults these parasit
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 fre
Getting To Know Kohaku Koi Fish(Post)Kohaku koi fish is a Japanese species which is known for their white and red coloring. They may be scale less or scaled, and some patterns such as Tancho, where the fish’s body is white with a red spo
Why Use 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 ma
How To Care For Koi Fish(Post)Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a pro koi fish caretaker? Feeding them is easy, but koi fish do have special characteristics that, combined with their expensive price tags, make them requi
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 un
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 the
Balanced Fish Population in Your Pond(Post)Having a balanced fish population is important for ponds and water gardens. Every pond owner should have a good approximation as to the number of fish which are present at any given time, but doing so
Swim Bladder Disorder in Fish(Post)Swim bladder disorder is an ailment that is primarily seen in bettas or fantail goldfish but may appear in other species. The bladder of the fish won’t function properly, which makes it hard for them
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 this phenomenon, whether or
Fish Disease Spotlight: Cloudy Eyes(Post)Cloudy Eyes is a condition which is seen both in aquarium and pond fish, especially tropical species. In some scenarios it may not actually be a disease, but rather a symptom of another condition. Bel
The Most Common Fish Problems You Might Have To Tackle(Post)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
Fish Disease Spotlight: Velvet Disease(Post)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
Top Fish Care Questions Asked By Pond Owners(Post)When you implement the appropriate fish care measures needed, you will more likely than not see your fish thrive in your ponds. Here is a list of fish related questions that new pond owners may have,
Types of Koi Fish: A Visual Guide(Post)Additions to a pond are but a part of the beauty of koi; they also come in several patterns, colors, and types of scales, which you will find in the variety of breeds of Koi at Fitz Fish Ponds. To a k