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Why You Should Use Pond Dyes(Post)
Applying pond dyes can provide a number of benefits, aside from aesthetic appeal. Bodies of water will often be subject to algae blooms in spring and autumn, which is partly a result of climatic chan ...
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 secti ...
How To Take Care Of Aquatic Plants(Post)Aquatic plants perform important functions in water gardens and ponds. They will filter nutrients in the water while giving shelter to any fish which are present. Their presence also reduces the grow ...
Why You Need To Perform Pond Water Testing(Post)Pond water testing should be an important part of every pond owner’s maintenance routine. The reason for this is because it is the best way to measure the pond’s overall health. Some of t ...
Pond Fish Spotlight: Goby(Post)Although most gobies are marine species, there are some that can thrive in freshwater ponds. In this regard, they provide a number of advantages, including hardiness, a small size, can interact ...
Why Dragonflies Are Important For Ponds(Post)A common concern of pond owners, especially those living in tropical and semitropical climates, is the presence of mosquitoes and other pests. However, when water is correctly managed, not only will ...
Tackling Fin Rot In Your Pond Fish(Post)If you have chosen to have a pond in your outside space, you are likely to have also chosen to stock it with ornamental fish, koi or the many other types of fish. Whilst you can easily look after the ...
Getting Rid Of Pond Scum(Post)Pond scum is an issue that every pond owner will encounter at some point. How you choose to deal with it will determine the health and longevity of your pond, so it is important to understand all the ...
4 Types of Aquatic Plants for Ponds(Post)Aquatic plants does magic to your pond in the most natural way. In a balanced eco-system, aquatic plants are irreplaceable and yield many benefits. Not only do they beautify your pond, they help to ...
Why Stone Makes An Excellent Bottom Medium In Ponds(Post)Stones can greatly benefit backyard ponds, especially when they are placed on the bottom. The best types of stones are river pebbles which are rounded, as they make an ideal medium. However, there ar ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Lymphocystis(Post)Lymphocystis is a virus which afflicts fish, especially freshwater species. The good news is that unlike most viral diseases, which are untreatable and often fatal, Lymphocystis like Costia can be ma ...
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 ...
How To Use Stone In Your Pond(Post)Stone is one of the most prestigious, coveted, and sought after materials for pond construction. They can be added in the form of river pebbles or decorations which are rounded, but there are a numb ...
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 nee ...
Fantail Goldfish Care Guide(Post)Fantails are a type of goldfish which are well suited to beginners. They don’t require much maintenance, but should be given a sizeable space which is connected to a good filtration unit. Below ...