You will occasionally see Butterfly Koi with large growths over the nostrils, known as “pom poms”. Some hobbyists consider these desirable, while others see them as a fault with the fish. Like many things in life, it’s a personal preference. This Yamabuki Butterfly Koi has some of the largest pom poms you are ever likely […]
VIDEO – Huge Pom Poms on a Butterfly Koi Breeder
VIDEO – Stripping Eggs and Milt from Butterfly Koi Broodstock
Each spring brings about spawning season at Blue Ridge Fish Hatchery. Breeders are injected with hormones and left to spawn on breeding mats (video of this process coming soon). However a few fish do not spawn on the mats when planned. These fish must be “stripped” of their eggs and milt, with the two then […]
Introducing AAA Imported Koi
Our production of 10 to 14 inch koi has regrettably run short this year. In order to keep you and your customers supplied with beautiful koi, we have begun importing AAA Koi from Hazorea Aquatics. Hazorea Aquatics is a bio-secure indoor facility located in Israel. Their strict bio-security plan is among the most stringent in […]
Updated Koi & Goldfish Availability for April 14th, 2014
BLUE_RIDGE_KOI_3_21_AVAILABILITY (1)Stock up this week for the three day Easter weekend, when lots of people will be out and about shopping. We have an extensive selection of Koi, Butterfly Koi, Goldfish and more available this week! Koiprice-pool Standard Grade – 3-4″, 4-5″ 5-6″, 6-8″ and 8-10″ Premium Grade – 3-4″, 4-5″, 5-6″, 6-8″, 8-10″ and […]
Water Lettuce and Water Hyacinth Available Now
For the first time this spring, we have both Water Lettuce and Water Hyacinth available for sale. These are some large and hardy water plants, with only 50 being able to fit into a full box. Check out our Price List and Availability for the price, or start your order now!
Killer Big Ryukin!
We have loads of 5″ Calico Ryukin and 5″ Red & White Ryukin available for sale this week! View our complete list of Imported Goldfish. These guys have high, arching dorsal fins and long and flowing tail fins. The red on the Red & White Ryukin is deep and dark! And don’t forget, this […]
pH and Ammonia – What You Might Not Know
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Extended List of Imported Goldfish For Sale
We’ve added loads of new Imported Goldfish items for sale this week. Lots of great options for your customers, including: 3″ Celestial Eye 2″ Calico Lionhead 2″ Red Lionhead 3″ Calico Ranchu 3.5″ and 5.5″ Calico Oranda 2.5″ Blue Oranda 5-6″ and 6-8″ Chinese Veiltail Shubunkin Check out the Imported Goldfish page, or download […]
Hatching Fish on the First Day of Spring
Check out this video from our Virginia farm. Baby Golden Orfe, less than one day old, swim around in a hatching cone. These fish were hatched on the first day of spring!
Availability and Featured Items for the Week of March 17th
BLUE_RIDGE_KOI_3_16_AVAILABILITYOur updated availability for Monday, March 17th is available now. Check it out and place your order now! Let’s take a look at a few featured items for this week. 4 to 5 inch Skeleton Koi Offer your customers something different with this Skeleton Koi mix!! Available in 3 to 4, 4 to 5 and […]