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Sturgeon: A Unique Pond Addition(Post)
Sturgeon, with their prehistoric appearance and graceful swimming, have been captivating fish enthusiasts for centuries. Known for their cartilaginous skeletons and long lifespans, these fish have a r
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
Transforming a Landscape into a Koi Haven in NJ(Post)In the heart of this ambitious project in Howell, NJ lies a vision to craft more than just a pond - it's about creating a dedicated sanctuary for koi, a space where beauty meets functionality. This fo
Pond Filter Media Explained: K1, K1 Micro, and K3+(Post)A clear pond doesn’t happen by chance. Good circulation, steady maintenance, and the right filter setup all play a part, yet the media inside the filter often does the real heavy lifting. That’s where
What Does Fin Rot Look Like? Signs, Causes & Treatment Tips(Post)Fin rot often looks like frayed, ragged, cloudy, or discolored tissue along the edges of a fish’s fins or tail. As the condition progresses, the fins may appear to shrink, recede, or lose sections of
Placing Turtles in Your Backyard Pond(Post)Turtles can share a backyard pond with fish, but they need a pond built for them: varied water depth, a dry basking area, a puncture-resistant liner and more filtration than a fish-only pond. This gui
Pond Cleaning Isn't As Easy As You Think!(Post)Many pond owners, particularly those who are new to the hobby, underestimate the importance of pond cleaning. Ponds are complex ecosystems which are subject to the laws of entropy and if they are not
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
Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Pond(Post)Mosquitoes are unpleasant, and like many things in life that are unpleasant – they are tough to get rid of. Mosquitoes are attracted to stationary bodies of water and this is precisely what ponds and
Project Spotlight: A One-of-a-Kind Custom Koi Pond & Water Feature in Virginia(Post)Two streams. An infinity edge. Massive waterfalls. Crystal-clear water. And a koi pond designed to flow through the architecture of a dream home. Some projects challenge you to rethink what a backyard
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
What Is Pond Scum? Causes, Types, and How to Get Rid of It(Post)A green mat drifts across your pond. A dusty film gathers near the skimmer. Long strands cling to the waterfall rocks. You might call it all pond scum, but those materials don’t always have the same c
Summer Koi Pond Water Quality Guide(Post)Summer can be one of the most rewarding seasons for koi owners, but it can also be one of the riskiest for pond water quality. Warm weather increases fish activity, feeding, and waste output while low
Pure Pond Bomb: The Easiest Way to Kick-Start Pond Bacteria(Post)A healthy pond doesn’t stay healthy on looks alone. Clear water, stable conditions, and active fish all depend on what’s happening below the surface. That’s where bacteria play a major part. When a po
Convert Your Swimming Pool to a Koi Pond(Post)The typical large city has thousands of swimming pools, which require considerable costs for upkeep. The most tedious aspect of owning a pool isn’t so much the cleaning, but the fact that it is often