The Koi fish has its origins in Asia and belongs to the family of
common carp. This is the best known fish pond. It is characterized by
its different shades, all very striking color. It has a great ability
to adapt to changing temperatures, taking into account that requires a
minimum depth of 80 cm. In fact, they can face up to 10 degrees
centigrade below zero.
Its size when it reaches adult large, therefore, should provide a
habitat for at least 130 litres. In the period between spring and
summer months, the koi show greater activity. It was then, when the
stage of reproduction takes place and also is the time when there
should have greater weight in order to meet the semi-state of lethargy
that occurs in the coldest months. For this reason, care should be
taken to provide a higher quality of power supply.
His diet was mainly in basa products that gives the medium itself, such
as algae and various insects, dragonflies, water snails, mosquito
larvae, and so on. Their diet also can compose of commercial products
developed for fish pond, but it is very important not to give too much
food because it may lead to future illnesses. If there is too much food
in the water, which has not been consumed rots and generates an
outbreak of bacteria.
It is also important to take into account water quality. We should
heed, therefore, to pH levels should be worth 7. In addition, not
overpopulation tend to the environment in which they live, since water
quality would be harmed.
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The Koi