Koi care collection
A growing library of clear, useful guides about koi varieties.
Butterfly koi are a type of ornamental fish that are popular among aquarists. They are a hybrid of two other types of koi, the Nishikigoi and the Ryukin. For more pond-care guidance, read Are Koi Good For Ponds? and review OATA: How to look after pond fish.
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Butterfly koi are a type of ornamental fish that are popular for their beautiful colors and patterns. They are usually more expensive than other types of koi, due to their rarity and popularity. For more pond-care guidance, read Are Dried Mealworms Good For Koi? and review…
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Koi are a type of freshwater fish that are popular in both Japan and the Western world. They come in a variety of colors, but some colors are more rare than others. For more pond-care guidance, read Can Koi Eat Cabbage? and review OATA: How to look after pond fish.
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Koi fish are a type of freshwater fish that are popular in both ponds and aquariums. They are a member of the carp family and are native to East Asia. For more pond-care guidance, read Can I Medicate The Whole Fish Tank? and review OATA: How to look after pond fish.
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A Shubunkin is a type of goldfish that is often confused with koi. While they are similar in appearance, Shubunkins are actually a different species of goldfish. For more pond-care guidance, read Do You Need A Filter If You Have An Air Stone? and review OATA: How to look after…
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A pond is a body of water that is typically smaller than a lake, and is often created for the purpose of irrigation, drinking water, or aesthetic purposes. Ponds are usually shallow, and their depth can range from a few inches to several feet. For more pond-care guidance, read…
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The koi is a freshwater fish that is popular in East Asia and is often kept in ponds and aquariums. The koi is a symbol of good luck and is often associated with the dragon in Chinese mythology. For more pond-care guidance, read Is There A Pink Koi? and review OATA: How to look…
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Koi and cichlids are both popular fish species kept by aquarium enthusiasts. While they share some similarities, there are also some important differences to be aware of if you're considering keeping both types of fish together in the same tank. For more pond-care guidance,…
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No, a waterfall is not enough oxygen for a koi pond. Koi need a constant supply of oxygen to stay alive and a waterfall will not provide that. For more pond-care guidance, read How Often Do Koi Reproduce? and review USGS: Dissolved oxygen and water.
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Koi are a popular type of fish that come in a variety of colors and patterns. They are often kept in ponds and aquariums and can live for many years. For more pond-care guidance, read Do Koi Jump Out Of Tanks? and review OATA: How to look after pond fish.
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Koi are a species of freshwater fish that are popular in both aquaculture and ornamental ponds. They are a member of the carp family and are native to East Asia. For more pond-care guidance, read Can Bass And Koi Live Together? and review OATA: How to look after pond fish.
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An armor scale koi is a type of koi fish that is characterized by its thick, protective scales. These scales are much thicker than those of other koi varieties, and they provide the fish with added protection against predators and other threats. For more pond-care guidance,…
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