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If you are going to install a koi fish pond then first realize that you are going to need to be committed to its maintenance. It really does not make sense to build a beautiful water garden, stock it with lovely koi fish and then not look after it. It doesn't matter how lovely your pond is, if the koi fish are not healthy, then it is just going to take away from the overall beauty of the fish pond.

Koi fish are a wonderful addition to your pond. They certainly are attractive but they are also delicate. Therefore if your choice is the Koi fish then make sure you learn about them so you can tend to them properly. You want the color of your fish to remain vibrant and intact, and you want them to be active in your pond. So you need to be prepared to do some work.

Keep it clean:
These fish demand a clean environment. If the water starts to become contaminated then before long you are going to have some sick or even dead fish. In order to prevent this it means you must inspect the overall condition of the water on a regular basis.

Water inspection:
Aside from being clean, you have to watch for other water issues as well. The PH level of the water is important. Ideally if possible stay away from concrete ponds because it affects the PH level. You also need to be diligent about things such as chlorine and ammonia buildup which can be harmful to the Koi. Also do not subject the Koi to sudden changes in water temperature; this is a risk you run when you change the water.

Koi's like company:
You must have enough Koi for them to make a group. You want them to be in a happy environment. This means it must be as close to their natural habitat as possible.

Feed the Koi properly:
Koi fish are a part of the ornamental variety of carp, therefore their diets and nutritional needs are pretty much the same. A high fish protein diet is important and be sure that "fish" is at least in the top 2 ingredients of your koi food. During the summer months koi may need to be fed up to 8 times a day. The colder months require very little feeding, or even none at all if the temperature drops below 55 degrees. Treat your koi to delicious fruits and vegetables. They will enjoy cut up shrimp, and even earthworms.

Don't over feed your Koi:
One of the easiest ways to contaminate your water is by overfeeding the fish. Unused food will fall to the bottom of the pond and will rot over time. If this has already occurred you will need to scrape or vacuum up the unused food.

Don't hand the Koi unless it's necessary:
They have a protective coating on them. If you don't handle them properly or handle them too much you will damage that coating. Once you do this you are subjecting them to bacteria.

Regular Inspections:
Make it a habit when you do your water inspection that you look at the Koi closely to be sure that they are all in good health. If one were to be sick you would want to remove it quickly so it doesn't contaminate the others. You must make every effort to determine why it is ill as well.

Maintaining a healthy environment for your koi fish is essential in keeping your fish disease free, playful, and colorful. Follow these suggestions and you'll be sure to enjoy your koi fish pond for years to come.