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Author Archive | Blue Ridge Koi
Wyatt LeFever’s Passion For Fish
Even as a child, I remember scooping out a hole in a sandbox in the creek, it would fill with water, then I would capture creek minnows to stock my tiny pond. I was extremely fortunate to have been raised by my grandparents. My grandfather was very interested in bullfrogs as tablefare and also with […]
Summertime Pond Care
Summertime is a favorite for Koi pond enthusiasts, but the warm weather comes with challenges. Following a few simple maintenance tips will help you and your Koi enjoy summer to the fullest. Increase Oxygen Levels Warm temperatures can cause oxygen levels in your pond to drop, which can be extremely dangerous for fish. During the […]
Preventing and Treating Bacterial Infections In Koi
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Keeping Koi Cool in the Summer
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Managing Oxygen in Retail Tanks
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Salt and Koi Ponds
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Companions for Your Koi
If you desire more variety for your aquascape, several varieties of fish make great pond mates for Koi. Check out these potential companions for your Koi, all compatible in behavior, diet, and environment. Goldfish Koi and Goldfish thrive in similar water conditions. Pond Goldfish (as the name implies) are best suited for your backyard. Fancy […]
Breeding Goldfish in A Tank
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Tips for Controlling Pond Algae
Algae are single-celled aquatic plants that, in small amounts, add oxygen through photosynthesis and provide a healthy snack for Koi. But too much can wreak havoc on water parameters and the pond’s ecosystem. Here are some ways to identify, contain, and treat algae. Identifying Algae Planktonic. Also called green water algae, these give the water […]