Why are my koi bumping into each other?
During the spring season you might witness your koi chasing each other around the pond; usually first thing in the morning. While you might assume this is too traumatic for the female koi, this flurry of activity has to happen because she has no ability to push her eggs out with her abdominal muscles.
How do you tell if your koi are stressed?
Stressed Koi: If your Koi isn’t excited about food, skips the feeding, is hanging near the bottom of the pond, is rubbing on the sides of the pond, or has ragged or bloodshot koi fin edges, check your pond water parameters.
Do koi fish bond with each other?
Not only are koi friendly to other fish, but they may also come up to the surface to say hello when they see their owner or when it’s time to eat. Some koi even like to be pet and will come to the surface for a little pat on the head.
At what water temperature do koi spawn?
65° to 70°F.
Temperature and time of year matter when it comes to koi breeding. Fish typically spawn when water temperatures are 65° to 70°F. In many ponds, this usually happens in late spring or early summer between May and June.
Why are my koi fish hiding or at the pond bottom?
This can cause your koi fish to hide more often out of fear of becoming fish food. One of the best ways to protect your fish is by installing fish tunnels or caves. You could also install a motion-activated sprinkler and put it near the pond. It’ll spray any predator bold enough to try fishing in your pond, including cats.
What to do if your Koi has a disease?
The best action to take is to call a veterinarian. They will usually give a referral to a vet that specializes in fish if needed. I had a vet actually do surgery on one of my koi in my garage a few years ago. Generically speaking, there are 3 main types of treatments for koi fish diseases.
How long does it take for Koi to perk up after correcting water?
This time, however, after you correct the water quality problem, all the fish or remaining fish survive. A few days after correcting the water they start to perk up some and act better. At this point you may think all is well and pat yourself on the back for a job well done! Now two to three weeks passes after the initial problem.
What kind of behavior does a koi fish have?
Here’s a guide to the many varieties of koi fish behavior! Koi are a friendly fish. Upon arrival in your pond, they may take time adjusting and familiarizing themselves. After quarantining your koi, set a feeding schedule and stick to it. Once these koi have become accustomed to their new environment and to you, they will get friendlier.
Why does my koi fish keep jumping out of the pond?
Look into these odd behaviors in our articles on koi care, koi fish diseases, and performing check-ups. An isolated koi may be sheltering itself from predators. If your koi are taking leaps or gasping at the surface of the pond, this may mean there is too little oxygen in the water. Consider various oxygenating options.
This time, however, after you correct the water quality problem, all the fish or remaining fish survive. A few days after correcting the water they start to perk up some and act better. At this point you may think all is well and pat yourself on the back for a job well done! Now two to three weeks passes after the initial problem.
The best action to take is to call a veterinarian. They will usually give a referral to a vet that specializes in fish if needed. I had a vet actually do surgery on one of my koi in my garage a few years ago. Generically speaking, there are 3 main types of treatments for koi fish diseases.
Why are my Koi showing symptoms of parasites?
If only one or a small percentage of fish show symptoms, and these symptoms appeared over a period of weeks, (one fish at a time), and the water tests ok then the culprit is more likely to be pathogens like bacteria or parasites, especially the latter. Normally these parasites attack one fish and start to multiply.
Are koi sensitive to water?
Koi are cold-water fish but thrive in water temperatures between 59-77 degrees Fahrenheit. Because their metabolism reacts to the temperature of the water that they live in, you’ll want to be sure your pond has both shallow areas as well as spaces that are deep enough so it does not freeze to the bottom.
