Why did one of my koi fish die?
Poor Water Quality– The number one cause of koi death is poor water quality. The quality of the water your fish live in will ultimately determine how long the fish will live. Proper filtration, regular testing and maintaining proper numbers of fish in the pond all figure into the equation.
Can koi die from cold?
Goldfish and koi are very hardy fishes; they can survive water temperatures as low as 0°C, which means they can survive in the pond during the winter as long as it doesn’t freeze solid and they have adequate water quality and oxygen. Always use a Pond Thermometer to check the water temperature.
Are there hidden fees for Koi buying trips?
No hidden fees, Flights & hotels arranged. airport and the rest will be taken care of. Fully guided trips to Japan. No hidden fees, Flights & hotels arranged. airport and the rest will be taken care of. Fully guided trips to Japan. No hidden fees, Flights & hotels arranged. We have been visiting the Koi breeders of Japan since 1992.
Is it possible to stop the death of Koi?
Many times you may find that this alone will halt any symptoms and/or stop any further symptoms or deaths. You cannot begin to treat any fish unless the water is perfect. Otherwise you will be drastically reducing your chances of success.
When to know if your Koi has health problems?
The key is to learn to recognize these symptoms well before the situation becomes dire and well before it may be too late. If you keep fish for any length of time, you WILL have problems with their health at some point most likely. This is especially true with Koi primarily because they can live for 40-60 years!
What to do if your Koi has parasites?
If one of your koi or goldfish shows any of the symptoms listed above, then check the tables below to find the recommended medication and begin treatment as soon as possible. The first table deals with parasite symptoms and treatments, the second table deals with bacteria and fungal infections.
Can you have just one koi?
If you keep a single koi in a garden pond, it may not live as long as if it had companions. In some cases, these fish can live over 60 plus years, but only if they’re raised in ponds where they enjoy the company of other koi.
