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How to Train Your Fish to Eat from Your Hand

Certain koi are naturally more social than others due to their personalities. You may have already noticed a few "greeters" always say hi while the shy guys hang out in...

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Fish Care to Maintain Water Quality

There are a few reasons why a pond goes from crystal clear to cloudy, smelly, murky, and even green. Excess waste, debris, and poor oxygenation cause most water quality issues,...

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Why are my fish constantly at the surface?

Fish enjoy routine and will learn your feeding schedule and start to come to the surface when they see you. Waiting at the surface for food is different than gulping...

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UV Filtration is Low Maintenance Filtration

Do you dread the battle against algae each spring and summer? UV is a low-maintenance filtration option that is highly effective at preventing and removing green algae from ponds. It's...

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The Benefits of Owning a Koi Pond

Thinking of adding a pond to your backyard? Create an oasis that you can escape to after a stressful day and fully relax. While ponds upgrade your outdoor spaces, they...

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The Best Plants for Fish Ponds

If you have a fish pond, aquatic plants are important to balance the ecosystem and add a nice aesthetic touch. The right plants will help keep the water clean by...

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