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I would consider myself an expert when it comes to raising Koi fish. I am on my third pond, not from making mistakes but from moving from different locations. There are some simple guidelines to follow when you decide to build your own Koi pond.
First you must consider the location of your pond. You want to place your pond in an area that gets some sunlight but not more than a full day of sun. I would try to locate it in an area that gets about 50% to 60% sunlight. There is a reason for this. Getting a great amount sun promotes the grow of algae, and if you have ever seen a farm pond that has all that green slime covering it then you know what algae plus sunlight can produce.
Try to design your pond to have a deep end of at least 4' so that your larger fish have a place to lay on warm summer days. And if designed right, they will have a shady bank to lie out of direct sunlight. When figuring the size of your pond, also take into consideration that about 10 large Koi fish for every 1000 gallons of water.
Next, you must figure what is the best filtration system for your pond. Here is where my experience comes in. I have tried flow thru systems, pressurized systems, homemade systems, and finally after getting tired of cleaning out filter systems week after week I came upon a system that has worked best for me. I use a filter box that contains stages of filtration that contain in stage one bristle style brushes to capture larger debris, next stage contain filter media similar to air filters on your furnace, next stage I am using lava rock which will capture finer particles, and lastly media designed to capture good bacteria that helps keep your water clean.
The filter system I described above keeps my pond crystal clear all season long. The pump that I use is an underwater type that I sized for a slightly larger pond. The reason I did this is so many times I see ponds that are not getting enough flow (gallons per hour) and people wonder why their pond is not clean. Remember the more water you can push through your filter system, the less debris in your Koi pond.
This will get you started building your own pond and you will learn how to overcome difficulties raising Koi fish. In my other articles I will discuss feeding habits, disease control, and enjoying your pond. There other tricks to look at also, those can be found at my website.
Discover secrets you need to know about how you can create and maintain your own stunningly beautiful Koi fish pond with lively and healthy Koi, even if you have never owned fish before. Sign up for our free mini-course at my website. Taking Care of Koi Fish
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