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Frequently Asked Questions About Koi

Frequently Asked Questions About Koi

Curious about caring for koi fish? Our Koi FAQ page answers the most common questions about feeding, health, pond care, and more. Whether you're new to koi keeping or looking to fine-tune your routine, this guide offers quick, reliable information to help your koi...

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Where Do Koi Come From? The History of Koi

Where Do Koi Come From? The History of Koi

Central Asia is the original home of the carp. It is said that they spread eastward to China and Japan and westward into Europe by the way of Greece and Rome. In China about 500 BC, Toshuko alias Hanrei wrote a book on the fish culture in which he discussed the breeding and culture of carp.

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Koi Terminology

Koi Terminology

As a koi hobbiest, you will surely want to find out more about the many different varieties of koi. Use this Japanese Koi Terminology Guide to identify your favorite varieties and to learn a little more about these beautiful fish.

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Secrets To How Koi Keep You Calm

Secrets To How Koi Keep You Calm

We are living in a time of uncertainty. Our daily lives are changing from moment to moment, and it can be challenging keeping anxiety and stress at bay. Why not engage in a hobby that can help bring you some peace? Let koi keep you calm by bringing a relaxing energy...

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How to Check the Quality of Koi Food

How to Check the Quality of Koi Food

Koi are more than just ornamental fish - they're living works of art that can grace your pond for decades, often living up to 50 years with proper care. To help them thrive, it's essential to focus on more than just clean water and a well-maintained environment....

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Koi Health and Nutrition

Koi Health and Nutrition

Koi are omnivores. They will eat just about anything they can get their mouths onto, and then some. They will even eat your plants that are in the pond. Koi have feelers around their mouths (barbels) similar to that of catfish, which are used to 'taste' their food....

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Hobbyist Spotlight

Hobbyist Spotlight

Koi Hobbyist Spotlight: Passion, Ponds, and Personal StoriesWelcome to our Koi Hobbyist Spotlight, where we celebrate the individuals behind the ponds. Every koi keeper has a unique story—what drew them to the hobby, how they care for their fish, and what they’ve...

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Summer vs Winter Koi Feeding

Summer vs Winter Koi Feeding

Koi are cold blooded, meaning that their metabolism changes based on the temperature of their pond. Experienced koi owners make a few adjustments to their fish’s feeding plans as the water temperature changes with the seasons. Keep in mind that there’s no such thing...

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