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A Guide to the Best Koi Decorations(Post)
Creating and building a koi pond involves much more than just the fish. While they are the primary focus, you’ll want to create an environment that is enjoyable for the fish and peaceful for you. You
Do You Need a Pond Aeration System?(Post)A quality aeration system is a necessity for ponds and water gardens. It will improve the overall environment by lowering algae and maintaining cleaner water for fish and other organisms that reside w
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
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
Fish Disease Spotlight: Saprolegnia(Post)Saprolegnia is a fungal disease that afflicts fish. It is a serious condition, particularly for pond owners who have spent large sums on their fish, as there is no cure and the fatality rate is high a
Plants That Will Naturally Clear Your Pond Water(Post)Duck Potato, American Pondweed, and Pickerel Weed are the three pond plants most often used to keep pond water clear, because they pull the dissolved nitrogen and phosphorus out of the water that wou
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
Best Koi Pond Filter Systems(Post)A koi pond brings new life to any outdoor environment. The multicolored fishes, waterfall sounds, and a slice of nature at home add value to why many people construct their ponds. However, one importa
Low Maintenance, High Reward: Keeping Neocaridina Shrimp in Bowls(Post)A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Neocaridina Shrimp Care One of our signature offerings at Fitz’s Fish Ponds Aquariums & Aquascaping is our collection of take-home aquariums, including our popular shrimp
How To Prevent Japanese Beetles From Damaging Your Pond(Post)The Japanese beetle is a type of scarab which is native to the islands of Japan. There, its impact on the environment is minimal, since there are natural predators which control it, but in the United
Why Is It Not Ideal To Switch Off Your Waterfall During The Night?(Post)It is natural to want to keep your pond or water garden as energy efficient as possible. This has left some enthusiasts wandering if it’s possible to slash their energy costs by turning off their
Why Koi Jump Out of Ponds(Post)Concerns arise when koi unexpectedly jump out of the pond. Although uncommon, koi jumping can be a sign of a problem in the pond. Owning a pond raises specific questions. One of the most common concer
How To Save Water By Preventing Runoff(Post)A growing number of people around the world are becoming aware of the importance of water conservation. Less than 5 percent of Earth’s water is usable to humans, so using it responsibly is important;
Prevent & Treat Common Aquarium Diseases(Post)Setting up an aquarium is fun, but fish need consistent care to stay healthy. Sometimes, despite all our efforts to keep an aquarium clean and fish properly fed, our fish get sick. Aquarium fish dise
Koi Pond Water Parameters: Target Ranges and Testing(Post)A healthy koi pond doesn’t stay healthy on looks alone. Water can seem clear and still create stress for fish if the chemistry is drifting in the wrong direction. That’s why beginners need to pay atte