Koi are smart fish that can recognize their owners. They often swim over to greet you when you are nearby. Building a bond with your koi helps you understand their behaviors and how they communicate. This can make caring for … Read More
Underfeeding can be just as harmful as overfeeding, even if it’s less common. When water temperatures are low, a koi’s metabolism slows down. Feeding them in these conditions can be risky. During peak feeding times, underfeeding can lead to poor … Read More
Many people think Koi fish are made of porcelain, but they are really very resilient creatures. To keep your Koi pond happy and healthy, you must follow some key practices every day. This includes cleaning your filter regularly, changing the … Read More
During the colder months, as temperatures drop and water becomes chilly, fish, including Koi, tend to become less active and often retreat to the bottom of the pond where it’s warmer. This behavioural change means they can go extended periods … Read More
You can tell if your koi are experiencing stress by observing certain behaviours. They may become lethargic and rest on the bottom of the pond, swim with their heads down, or move about in an erratic manner. Additionally, they might … Read More
We recommend changing your UV bulb each spring, around March. This will ensure you have a fresh, healthy bulb for the spring and summer months when it is needed the most.
It’s important to minimize unnecessary netting of your Koi, as regularly using a net in the pond can cause them stress and potential injury. Sometimes there are situations where it is necessary to handle your fish, such as for medical … Read More
If the water temperature in your pond is below 6° Celsius, your fish should be in a hibernation state. Even though you may have thrown in some food and they ate it, their bodies would not be able to digest … Read More
At Cotswold Koi we would strongly recommend a Gravity System over a Pump Fed System below is information on both. The core elements of The pump Fed system involve a pump positioned in the pond and a filter located at … Read More
The Phosphate level in your pond should be around 0.05 ppm. Phosphate can exist in various forms in pond water. One such form may come from the soil in planters prior to the introduction of aquatic plants, as fertilizers designed … Read More