Koi care collection
A growing library of clear, useful guides about koi fish diseases.
Fin rot is a common ailment among fish, caused by a bacterial infection. The infection can cause the fins to become discolored and eventually fall off. For more pond-care guidance, read How Much Are My Koi Carp Worth? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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Bacteria are essential for the health of fish in aquariums and ponds. However, too much bacteria can cause problems for fish. For more pond-care guidance, read Is Purified Water Good For Koi Fish? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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Gulping at the surface is a common behavior among fish, and there are a few reasons why they might do it. One possibility is that the fish is trying to get more oxygen from the water. For more pond-care guidance, read Do Koi Like Current? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish…
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Aquarium fish may swim upside down after a water change for a variety of reasons. The most common reason is that the fish are experiencing stress from the change in water conditions. For more pond-care guidance, read Are Epsom Salts And Bicarbonate Of Soda The Same Thing? and…
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A fish's respiration rate is determined by the amount of oxygen in the water. When a water change is made, the oxygen levels in the water can change, which can cause the fish to breathe faster. For more pond-care guidance, read Can You Put Too Much Bacteria In Fish Tank? and…
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Epsom salt is a type of salt that has many uses, including in baking. It is also known as magnesium sulfate. For more pond-care guidance, read Should I Put Sand In My Fish Tank? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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Swim bladder disease is a condition that can affect koi fish. The swim bladder is a sac that helps the fish to maintain buoyancy. For more pond-care guidance, read Do Fishes Need Air? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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A koi bath is a type of saltwater bath used to clean and disinfect koi fish. The amount of salt used in a koi bath varies depending on the size of the koi and the size of the bath, but is typically around 1 cup of salt per gallon of water. For more pond-care guidance, read Does…
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Koi fish are a species of carp and are popular in both indoor and outdoor ponds. They are known for their long lifespans, with some koi living for over 200 years. For more pond-care guidance, read Can Bass And Koi Live Together? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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Adding new fish to an established aquarium can be a delicate process, and many aquarium owners turn to Melafix to help ease the transition. But can Melafix really be used in this way? Let's take a closer look. For more pond-care guidance, read Are Black Koi Fish Good Luck? and…
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Koi are a popular type of ornamental fish that are often kept in outdoor ponds. They are a member of the carp family and are native to East Asia. For more pond-care guidance, read What Does A Dragon Koi Fish Look Like? and review MSD Veterinary Manual: Fish diseases.
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