The Definitive Guide To Raising Koi
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| Author | : Steve Hickling |
| Publisher | : B.E.S. Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Fish ponds |
| ISBN | : 9780764154485 |
In Japan, breeding koi--a colorful and beautiful member of the carp family--has occupied a position between hobby and art form for more than two centuries. This stunningly illustrated book, compiled by a team of koi experts, shows and tells aquarium enthusiasts virtually everything they need to know about this fascinating activity. Koi are hardy fish, relatively large in size, and the most practical way to keep them is in an outdoor pond. Combining text with illustrations, an important section of the book explains the requirements of a garden pond for koi, showing the filtration system and pointing out how it functions. Most of the book concentrates on koi themselves, focusing on a brief history of koi, advice on buying koi, the fish's physiology, health care, feeding, breeding koi, showing koi, and joining koi clubs. An 80-page section tells all about koi variations, and features color photos of more than 100 varieties. Illustrated two-page spreads review each variety's history, and show both their more desirable and less desirable color markings. Here is a beautifully designed and illustrated volume that emphasizes the special satisfactions of keeping and breeding koi. Approximately 450 color photos and illustrations.
| Author | : Anmarie Barrie |
| Publisher | : TFH Publications |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1992 |
| Genre | : Carp |
| ISBN | : 9780866225281 |
The best available introduction to the world of colorful and fascinating Japanese carp. Lavishly illustrated with over 150 full-color photographs and drawings, this volume touches all the bases of koi care and maintenance, not to mention detailed information on the garden pond.
| Author | : David Twigg |
| Publisher | : *Howell Book House |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2001-01-04 |
| Genre | : Pets |
| ISBN | : 9780764562426 |
The most colorful and complete quick reference guide to these Jewels of the Orient. In the pages of this new reference you'll find: Glorious photographs are presented in a new, relaxed manner, backed up with stunning and information-packed graphics, including large, cutout photographs. A detailed, illustrated look at how to set up a koi pond, with practical guidance on filters and other water treatment systems. Information-packed graphics makes this an easy-to-use manual for both beginning and advanced koi keepers. A general introduction to getting started with koi, including how they are bred and what they need to thrive. Lavish presentation of all the color varieties of koi, featuring large, cutout photographs. Discover how to look after your koi on a day-to-day basis, from feeding to breeding to health care. In-depth analysis of what makes a good and not-so-good example of each type of koi. Tips definitions, and helpful hints to ease the way towards maintaining a proper environment for your koi.
| Author | : Bernice Brewster |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2015 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9781770855199 |
Water quality and filtration.
| Author | : George C. Blasiola |
| Publisher | : B.E.S. Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 95 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Pets |
| ISBN | : 9780764128523 |
In Japan, breeding Koi - a colorful fish in the carp family - is an art form. This book speaks to its increased popularity in America with information on maintaining a garden pond and proper care of the fish. Heavily illustrated with vivid color photos and instructive line art, B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals show and inform pet owners regarding proper care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, small caged animals - virtually every creature that is kept as a pet. The books give advice on purchasing and otherwise acquiring a pet, feeding it nutritiously, keeping it in good health, and where applicable, grooming and training it. Each book in this large series is individually written by a specialist, and though the information is authoritative, the text is clear and straightforward, easy for every pet owner to understand.
| Author | : Steve Hickling |
| Publisher | : TFH Publications |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| Genre | : Koi |
| ISBN | : 9780793806232 |
The Essential Book of Koi combines research from leading international authorities on koi with the captive-care techniques of experienced aquarists to yield the most up-to-date and extensive book available on the science, care, and breeding of these large ornamental fishes. This cutting-edge guide discusses topics that are imperative for sustaining a thriving family of koi, including how to create and maintain the best water quality, how different filtration systems work, the biology of koi and how to keep them in good health, and detailed information on feeding, buying, and showing. It also provides important details on the breeding of koi, a serious and rewarding pastime for many aquarists, and explains how koi are bred commercially as well as getting started at home. The fact-filled text is complemented by vivid, brand new photographs that detail the seemingly endless color variations of koi. Whether you are a hobbyist looking to show or breed koi in your pond, or you simply want to admire these fishes, The Essential Book of Koi is an excellent guide to these wildly popular fishes that enhance the visual enjoyment of both indoor and outdoor ponds.
| Author | : Bob Long |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 74 |
| Release | : 2012-12-22 |
| Genre | : Koi |
| ISBN | : 9781481252270 |
Bring the relaxing sights and sounds of a water garden into your yardo Enjoy the colorful activity of koi as they dart and splash in a garden pond.o Grow regal water lilies, lotus and other aquatic plants.o Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of a backyard waterfall.Here is the complete guide to building a koi pond and raising these magnificent, ornamental fish. This book is chock full of useful information including:o Where to locate your pondo How to design and build a pondo Installing pond liners, pumps and filterso Adding fish and plantso Maintaining the fish pond through out the 4 seasonso Adding lighting to make your pond shine at nighto How to estimate the cost of building a pondo Free Pond Cost Calculator available with purchasePlan and build your own pond with the help of detailed instructions and easy to follow photos and drawings.
| Author | : R. D. Bartlett |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 294 |
| Release | : 2007-03-12 |
| Genre | : Pets |
| ISBN | : 0470099135 |
Known throughout the world for its beauty and personality, koi is one of the most carefully bred fish species around. Raising koi is especially time-consuming and requires more than just sprinkling little flakes in the fish bowl. But thankfully, you don’t have to be an expert to maintain your own koi pond. Koi For Dummies shows you how easy and fun it can be to own and care for these delicate fish. Whether building a pond or aquarium for the indoors or outdoors, this easy-to-understand guide explores all of your options. Clear, concise advice helps you: Appreciate your koi’s beauty Build, design, and maintain your koi pond or aquarium Find and select koi and the proper supplies Keep your koi happy and healthy Treat your koi for parasites, bacterial infections, and viruses Breed and care for baby koi Show off your koi to other koi enthusiasts
| Author | : Dennis Kelsey-Wood |
| Publisher | : Fox Chapel Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 129 |
| Release | : 2006-05-01 |
| Genre | : Gardening |
| ISBN | : 1620080052 |
In this colorful Garden Ponds Made Easy title, authors Dennis Kelsey-Wood and Tom Barthell have provided an essential guide for first-time pond enthusiasts. The authors outline all of the considerations for starting out with a new pond, including determining the site, style, size of the pond, and deciding on the construction of the pond (whether preformed, concrete, or fiberglass). Garden Ponds offers a chapter on water which discusses water chemistry factors, volume of the pond, and pond surface. Other important factors involve the aeration, filtration, drainage, and maintenance of a clean (algae-free) pond. Special features, including waterfalls, fountains, and watercourses, electricity, and landscaping are addressed in detail, all accompanied by color photographs and drawings. A chapter on pond construction details every step of the project from creating a blueprint to securing the foundation. The infinite choices involved with stocking the pond with fish and plants can be overwhelming for the first-time pond owner, and the authors give excellent advice about making smart choices for a harmonious, beautiful garden pond. A special chapter on seasonal pond care gives the pond keeper recommendations for maintaining the pond all year long. Resources and glossary included.
| Author | : Peter Waddington |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1995 |
| Genre | : Koi |
| ISBN | : 9780952638117 |
History of the development and breeding of nishikigoi, unusually-coloured carp (or koi), and the spread of the activity throughout the world, with information on keeping koi.
