Tips for taking care of Koi

• Keep the Koi pond water clean by making use of Mechanical, Biological and UV filter media
• If possible try and avoid the use of concrete ponds as they can increase the pH level of water. Otherwise, make sure to use proper coating on top of the concrete to reduce this
• Feed Koi with their favorite koi food like shrimps
• Be sure to keep the water properly aerated. Having a waterfall or fountain is a great idea in a Koi pond
• Make sure you clean the pond filter at-least two times in a month, even if the pond water looks clean
• Ensure that the fish is not subjected to sudden water temperature changes which can happen when changing pond water. Pond water should be changed gradually to avoid this
• Keep checking up on Koi to ensure that they appear healthy. Fish that appear sick should be treated immediately and proper precautions should be taken, so that other koi carps are not affected.
• If your tap water contains chlorine or other salts, make sure to treat it properly using chloramines before the water is added to the pond
• Always make use of gloves while handling Koi
• Koi is a colonizer and loves to be in company of other Koi Craps. So make sure your Koi pond has at-least four to five Koi craps
• Be sure to feed the Koi one to two times a day during hot seasons preferably at the same time. Feeding can be reducing and eventually stopped during extreme winter
• Never handle Koi by hand if you are not an expert. Improper handling can damage their outer protective slime which gives them protection against fungus and bacteria
• If your area is frequented by Herons or other fish eating birds, make sure to protect your Koi Carps by building a net right above the pond
• Check your pond water regularly for an increase in pH, Ammonia and chlorine. If possible you can get yourself pH test kits, Ammonia test kit and chlorine/chloramine test kits that are easily available in the market.