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Koi Fest 2026: Celebrating Five Years of Koi, Community & Connection(Post)
Koi Fest 2026 marked the fifth anniversary of Fitz’s Fish Ponds’ annual celebration of Japanese koi, pond keeping, and the growing koi community. Held Aug. 21–22, 2026, at the Fitz’s Fish Ponds farm i
How Big Do Koi Fish Get? Size by Type and Age(Post)How big do koi get? Most domestic pond koi grow to 12 to 15 inches, quality Japanese koi typically reach 22 to 26 inches, and jumbo bloodlines can pass 36 inches. Koi put on most of their length in th
Warning Signs That Your Koi Are Ill(Post)Koi are one of the most popular species of fish to be kept in ponds and water gardens. They are also extremely costly to acquire, which means the consequences of them becoming sick are devastating, pa
Essential Tips for a Stunning Koi Pond(Post)Building a koi pond is not just a “weekend project”—it requires creativity and accuracy. An amazing koi pond captures nature’s beauty nestled within thoughtfully and carefully designed architecture w
What Do Koi Fish Represent?(Post)Koi are among the most recognizable and admired fish in the world, not just because of their bright colors and graceful movements, but also because of the meaning people attach to them. For many pond
Winter Safe Haven for Koi(Post)As winter sets in, koi enthusiasts often find themselves grappling with concerns about the well-being of their prized fish. Two common worries that surface during this season are the stress on koi and
The Art of Koi in Japan: Tradition, Beauty, and Passion(Post)In the misty mountains of Niigata, where the air hums with tradition, a thousand mud ponds reflect the sky. This is the birthplace of Japanese koi—the koi capital of the world. Here, beauty, culture,
How Big Can Koi Carps Grow?(Post)Koi carp is one of the larger species of fish that are kept in ponds, and owners want them to get as large as possible. To achieve this, there are a number of factors you’ll need to consider, includin
Koi Fest 2026 Returns Bigger Than Ever(Post)Milford, NJ – Fitz's Fish Ponds proudly announces the return of Koi Fest 2026, taking place Friday, August 21, and Saturday, August 22, 2026, at its headquarters in Milford, New Jersey. Now in its fif
Koi Fest 2024: Our Biggest Celebration Yet(Post)A Spectacular Celebration of Koi and Community at Fitz’s Fish Ponds Farm Fitz’s Fish Ponds Farm in Milford, NJ, was the place to be on Saturday, August 24th, as koi enthusiasts from across the world
How Long Do Koi Live? Lifespan & Records(Post)It is difficult to believe, but koi fish have a long lifespan. Although the average is two or three decades, there are some that outlive humans! These stunning and well-liked fish are serene and bring
Second Massive Koi Shipment Arrives at FFP Farm(Post)January 16th marked an exciting day at Fitz’s Fish Ponds as we received our second major koi shipment of the year! Despite the frigid 25-degree weather and even some snowfall, our dedicated team worke
FFP Hosts 2nd Annual Koi Fest!(Post)Koi Fest 2023 blew us at FFP out of the water! This was an all hands on deck event for us and we couldn’t have been happier to host all of you at our FFP Farm in Milford, NJ! Our VIP guests arrived fi
Pond Digger Podcast Dives into Koi Fest 2024 with Fitz & AJ(Post)Eric Triplett, host of The Pond Digger Podcast, recently sat down with Brian Fitzsimmons and AJ Mandell of Fitz's Fish Ponds to discuss the highly anticipated annual Koi Fest event. This year, Eric wi
How We Transport Koi Fish(Post)Moving koi isn’t a toss-them-in-a-container type of job. Every part of the trip needs planning, calm handling, proper equipment, and a system that keeps things organized from the first net to the fina