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Koi supplies are numerous and it is important to identify those that your fish need the most. Knowing when to use and how to operate it are vital when taking care of your supplies and to make them work at its maximum.
One of the most colorful and attractive pond fish are Kois. But taking [...]

Blue-green algae isn’t technically an algae in the proper sense of the word – it’s actually a form of bacteria, called cyanobacteria, which is a type of bacteria capable of photosynthesis.
Cyanobacteria is one of the oldest organisms known in the world, and is estimatedt to have been around for at least three.five billion years!
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In raising your Koi fish, there's always a need for you to have the important filtration system for your Koi pond. The Koi is known for its sensitivity to the water quality compared to some of the other fishes, that's why you really need to consider when it comes to having a filter in your [...]

To maintain your fish tank aquarium and enjoy your fish keeping and ensure that your fish and plants thrive it’s a good idea to know something about water chemistry and how it applies to your hobby. You should have a good water test kit to help in keeping the tank in balance which should include [...]

When browsing through your local fish store’s medicine and testing aisle, you probably won’t find a test for oxygen. The importance of sufficient oxygen in your pond water is often understated, and misunderstood. While most fish owners understand the importance of low nitrates, did you know that low oxygen levels is one of the most [...]