As I progressed with my journey of caring for koi fish, I got to know that baby koi, as well as adult koi, do require special care during winter when kept in outside ponds. I was always worried that especially the koi fry might die due to the low temperature. […]
Koi fish are quite hardy, but they should still be kept as comfortable as possible by giving them amply oxygenated, clean water, the best food you can afford, and lots of love and attention. Having clean water, however, is not enough, as the water should also be the right temperature […]
No matter what kind of fish you have, it’s certainly in your best interest to make sure that these fish can grow to their full potential. As we know, koi fish can sometimes grow to be rather large in size. Will the tank or pond that you purchase for them […]
Koi fish can make a great addition to your home pond. They are known for their fiercely loyal personalities, and also have the ability to recognize their owners. This might sound similar to our canine friends. If you’re lucky enough to have both dogs and koi, you know that you’ll […]
Koi fish are easily one of the most popular fish breeds. They enjoy being fed by hand and they are fiercely loyal to their owners. But when these fish get older, their mouths get notoriously large, which means that they could nip your fingers if you get too close. But […]
Koi fish are known for being calm and relaxed, fiercely loyal, and an overall joy to have. But due to their immense size and powerful jaws, they have gained quite the reputation for their appetite. This leads a lot of people who own koi to wonder if koi will eat […]
Koi fish are one of the ornamental and popular variations of the common carp that you can keep in outdoor ponds. However, outdoor ponds can become mosquito infestation quite fast. So, you may be considering adding up fish breeds like minnows that feed on mosquito larvae. But as minnows are […]
We’ve all heard that pet fish aren’t smart and only have 3-second memories, but did you know that that’s not true? For one, koi fish really break out of this mold. Are Koi Fish Smart? Koi fish are indeed very smart and inquisitive, and can even be taught tricks, including […]
When a fish will eat anything what is the best food to feed them? Can koi fish eat cheerios? Yes, koi fish can eat cheerios, they love them. However, the cereal shouldn’t be a staple of their diet. Due to their fluctuating eating patterns, owners need to be precise when […]
Feeding koi fish is a beautiful and rewarding experience, seeing them glide up to you with their various colors ready to eat. What do koi fish eat? Koi fish will eat anything that is put in front of them from specialty food, human food, to whatever comes along in their […]