Pet Fish

Prevention is of the utmost importance when it comes to keeping a pond free of algae. The correct balance of sunlight, aquatic plants, the appropriate filters and maintenance creates a water...

Like any home aquarium, fish ponds need to be clean in order to be attractive and to keep your fish healthy, which can be more difficult in an outdoor pond environment than a common fish tank,...

Algae infestation is one of the most common problems for anyone who owns a fish pond. A type of phytoplankton, algae comes in many varieties that not only make your pond unattractive, but can even...

Mosses are non-vascular plants. Unlike typical garden plants, mosses depend on a moist, shady environment to provide moisture rather than a system of roots and stems. Mosses are found worldwide,...

Aquatic anacharis is one of the easiest freshwater plants to grow and propagate. Whether you are using it in a fish tank or outdoor pond, anacharis is a great plant for oxygenating water and...

Goldfish are one of the more popular species of low-water carp used in ponds and as household pets today. Goldfish are interesting creatures because they will grow as large as their habitat...

Herons are large, fish eating birds that can eat or kill many fish in a pond's stock. Herons will not only eat the fish in a pond, but they may also injure the fish, cause severe stress to the...

Fish in a pond keep the water and ecosystem in balance by eating the algae that grows in the water. Without fish, the algae in a pond would grow and take over the pond, making the water smelly and...

Anyone who's kept ponds knows how annoying algae can be. This little plankton infests your pond's water, turning it green and often covering the pond's walls with a slimy, unattractive coat. Many...

Building a backyard pond for keeping koi and goldfish is a fun and rewarding project. Most guides for creating water gardens recommend building your pond on a flat, level area in full sun and...

When fish have babies, it is known as "spawning." The baby fish produced from spawning are called "fry." As long as there is a male and a female, pond fish will spawn if conditions are right for...

Transporting pond fish is very common. Luckily, pond fish are very tolerant of such moves. Fish dealers and breeders successfully transport their stock of pond fish to locations around the world....

Pond algae, particularly in freshwater ponds, are a major problem and an inevitable obstacle that most pond owners will have to face. There are two distinct options for killing pond algae; one...

Though many chemicals are advertised that claim to be able to clear pond algae, they can be dangerous to wildlife, such as fish or turtles, and rarely to the chemicals offer a permanent solution...

Algae are an inevitable problem for outdoor ponds, particularly those that are unfiltered. These little green pests are actually a type of plankton that not only turn your pond water an...

Algae are a common, and nearly unavoidable, issue when dealing with an outdoor pond. Because of the constant exposure to sunlight and rainwater, which can often carry down nutrients, ponds tend to...

Keeping a pond can be a rewarding but difficult task, particularly when it becomes infested with annoying algae. Common in warmer climates, algae can give the sides of ponds a green, slimy,...

Anyone who keeps an outdoor pond will inevitably face the problem of extensive algal growth. This is due in part to the large amounts of natural light the pond is exposed to and rainwater washing...

Nothing makes a pond more beautiful than brilliantly-colored fish darting about through the breaks in the water. Koi and goldfish are luminous in a garden pond, and can live for many years if...

Algae control is an essential part of maintaining an outdoor fish pond, an environment commonly used to house koi. Because they are outside, these ponds are constantly exposed to sunlight and...

Algae is one of the most common problems that plague outdoor pond owners. This is a typical occurrence that is primarily caused by the abundance of light prevalent in an outdoor environment; and...

Breeding goldfish outdoors in a fish pond is easy. Goldfish will breed every year, if you have kept them in a healthy fish pond until they've reached adulthood. Breeding your own goldfish can be...

Tropical fish such as guppies and angelfish can live outdoors throughout the warmer months of summer. This won't work in Alaska or Seattle but in warmer climates, such as Las Vegas, California,...

Ibis are beautiful birds but can be a nuisance to a fish pond. Fish ponds are a perfect dining spot for ibis to have an easy meal of koi or goldfish. This can be frustrating for pond owners when...

Decorative fish ponds have become a very popular addition to many backyards--but in areas where winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing--ponds and their fish need to be prepared for...

Using pool supplies in a koi pond can be a less expensive and more convenient alternative to buying pond supplies. While some pool supplies can be used in a koi pond, your main concern should be...

People have been keeping goldfish ponds since China's Tang Dynasty. Initially a luxury for royalty only, goldfish ponds now offer beauty and splendor to the gardens of people from all walks of...

Koi ponds usually have submersible pumps that circulate water through some sort of system that filters out materials harmful to koi and other pond fish. Pond filters, depending on the size, can be...

Algae builds up in fish ponds from fish waste, dead leaves and wood, and dead fish, to name a few causes. This green algae comes mostly in two forms, plankton algae and filamentous algae. You want...

Keeping a pond healthy means maintaining a healthy ecosystem. An integral part of the equation is a thriving colony of beneficial bacteria. Beneficial bacteria work by removing plant and fish...

Pond plants add color and food for aquatic life while removing toxins from the water. Common pond plants include water lilies, which are placed in the bottom of a pond, and marginals, which are...

A pond containing Koi needs adequate filtration and water circulation for the fish to thrive. Pond owners use waterfalls as a beautiful way to circulate and maintain healthy water for prized Koi...

Koi fish are regarded as excellent pond fish because they are easy to care for, social, they get along with other types of fish and they live for 20 to 30 years under optimal conditions. Koi...

Lethargic goldfish or koi is an indication some infection has infested your pond. It is important to know and recognize the symptoms of the various afflictions that can affect your pond.

Water gardens are difficult to set up and maintain, and many hobbyists are disappointed when--after months of setup and maintenance--their aquatic friends hide out under plants and ornaments, away...

I am an avid goldfish owner. My “babies” as I call them will literally come to me when I talk to them. If you have an outdoor pond it is easy to train your goldfish to do the same thing. I’ve...

When any fish dies, it is important to fix whatever imbalance caused the death to protect other fish or pond life. Diseases come from a variety of issues and sources, including infections,...

An outdoor fishpond can bring beauty and serenity to your yard. Fish are colorful and interactive, and they will quickly become beloved pets. Maintaining and outdoor pond can be intimidating at...

Pond skimmers and biofalls are two filters necessary to maintain a healthy and clean pond. A pond must have a good filtration system in order to thrive. Both filters have separate functions but...

A pond skimmer is an important part of a pond's filtration system. A great filtration system is necessary to keep water clear and fish healthy. The skimmer pulls debris out of the water, helping...

Having a pond or water feature in your yard can be a very relaxing touch to your landscaping. If you have an old in-ground spa that is not in use and wish to turn it into a pond, the process is...

Have you ever wanted to have a fish pond in your home? Everybody has a fish aquarium with the four sided glass box and that's great and all, but what if you want something a little more down to...

Pond parasites attack and live off the fish you're keeping in your pond. Parasites pierce a fish's skin to suck its blood, and cause the fish to itch. Once the fish's skin is broken, it becomes...

Preparing a pond for fall and winter is vital to your fish's survival. Unless you plan to restock every spring, read on to see how to prepare your pond for the cold fall and winter months.

Any pond containing fish must have a great filter in order to purify toxins and debris from the water. Homemade filters can be less expensive and, when properly made, work just as well as...

Fish ponds make a striking addition to your outdoor garden. Marveling at your bright and colorful fish can be a way to relax or just whittle away the time. While most people feed indoor bowl fish...

A goldfish pond is a beautiful addition to any backyard. Not only does it have aesthetic value, but goldfish eat insect larvae and prevent your yard from becoming overrun by bugs. Goldfish in a...

A biofilter is usually a separate tank full of aquatic plants that filter pond water. Pond fish are known as "dirty fish" and produce a lot of nitrogen. The nitrogen compounds, ammonia and...

A homemade garden pond is a beautiful addition to any garden, but it is not complete without a few lively pond fish. Pond fish are not only beautiful, they have the added practical benefit of...

An outdoor fish pond is an attractive addition to any backyard landscape. While building your own fish pond might seem challenging, research and planning will help avoid errors. Koi fish and...