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Because of their gracefulness, the longevity of their lives, and their gorgeous colors, it is easy to see why koi fish are so popular to outside ponds. Koi fish also have many traits that make them an ideal fish to thrive in an outside pond.

Since it is realistic to think that koi fish will grow to be large fish they require a pond that is about five hundred gallons or more. Typically the health of the koi depends a lot upon the amount of space that they are provided with and the quality of the water. Koi fish are cold water fish and do very well in water temperatures that are between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit. This allows even those who live in cool climates to be able to enjoy a pond full of koi fish. They hibernate in the winter when ice forms on the top of the pond. Their digestive systems slow down almost to a halt allowing them to make it through the winter.

Koi fish are not the only thing that can make a pond gorgeous and interesting to look at. Koi love to have shade like lilies. You can have up to 70 percent of the water's surface covered by lilies. They not only help to give your koi fish cover and shade, lilies help to reduce the amount of algae in the water. Since koi can only receive about five to six ours of direct sunlight, the water lilies really help with the protection of the koi. Plus, since koi are omnivorous meaning they eat both meat and plants, they can find insects and insect larva within the plants. Another way to offer shade to you koi pond is to build your koi pond under a tree where it will receive plenty of shade. But, the negative thing about your pond being under a tree is hat it will most likely be littered with leaves, twigs and needles.

Some thought must go into the depth of the koi fish pond when you are planning to build the pond yourself. The depth of the water can provide some protection from outside predators. Raccoons would love a good koi meal. Providing your koi with at least four feet of water will not only give your fish protection from the sun and more room to swim, it will also keep the raccoons at bay. Some parts of the country have to worry about birds like the Great Blue Heron who love the taste of koi as well. One Blue Heron can eat a meal of about 100 six inch koi. To keep these kinds of predators at bay you should give your koi a water depth of at least 8 feet. Another way to keep bird predators away from your koi fish is to install a bird net over your pond.

When you build your own koi pond you are free to allow your imagination to run wild. You are able to build your koi pond to you specifications in order to flow nicely in your yard and enhance your landscape.

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Tetra Pond Sticks Floating Pond Fish Food - 6.61 lb. Bag $43.99 Clear water, and healthy, stunning fish Tetra Pond Sticks are a healthy, balanced diet specifically formulated for pond fish. Because of their special needs, this food dissolves quickly in the water and is very easily digestible. For vibrant, happy pond fish, try Tetra Pond Good for all sizes of pond fish.

Fish Pond $49.99 Chen Jia Qi Fish Pond - Giclee Print

Fish Mate Pond Fish Feeder $45.99 This feeder can be set to dispense food slowly over a 5 hour period for a gradual, natural feeding. The large rotating hopper can be set to up to 21 average feedings. It is fully weatherproofed so it may be mounted on a pole by the waters edge or suspended over the water. It features an adjustable feed quantity and timing for all types of pond foods.

Pond Fish Food - Flake - 6.34 oz. $5.99 TetraPond Flaked Fish Food is ideal for all small sized pond fish. This special formulation provides a nutritional diet, ensuring your fish remain active and as colorful as nature intended. TetraPond Flaked Fish Food is easily digested by your fish, ensuring less waste and therefore improved water quality.

A Pond Lily and a Mosquito Fish in a Pond $39.99 Rich Reid A Pond Lily and a Mosquito Fish in a Pond - Photographic Print

Koi Fish in Pond $19.99 Koi Fish in Pond - Premium Poster

Pond with Koi Fish $299.99 R.I.L. Pond with Koi Fish - Art on Acrylic

Koi Fish in a Pond $39.99 Raul Touzon Koi Fish in a Pond - Photographic Print

Koi Fish Pond $29.99 Miska Slock Koi Fish Pond - Photographic Print

Children playing by fish in pond $44.99 Children playing by fish in pond - Giclee Print

Victorian Lady by Fish Pond $49.99 Victorian Lady by Fish Pond - Giclee Print

Pond Care Pond Zyme With Barley - 8 oz. $11.99 Pond Care Pond-Zyme is a concentrated formula of seven fast-acting bacterial strains that create and maintain sparkling clean water gardens and koi ponds. It immediately begins to break down fish waste and dead algae that cause cloudy water, sludge build-up and debris that clogs pond pumps and filters. It also digests grass clippings that may enter your pond and keeps pond water clean and clear. Treats 8000 gallons of water. Pond Zyme is restricted and will not be shipped to Hawaii.

Pond Ecofix - 16 oz. $11.99 Pond Ecofix contains unique, highly active strains of beneficial bacteria that make pond water clear and clean, breaks down dead algae, increases oxygen level in pond water and helps create a healthier ecosystem for pond fish. It also reduces pond maintenance and encourages a cleaner environment. The stable bacterial strains are safe for all pond life. Treats 4,000 gallons of water. Pond Ecofix is restricted and will not be shipped to Hawaii.

Pond Ecofix - 64 oz. $33.99 Pond Ecofix contains unique, highly active strains of beneficial bacteria that make pond water clear and clean, breaks down dead algae, increases oxygen level in pond water and helps create a healthier ecosystem for pond fish. It also reduces pond maintenance and encourages a cleaner environment. The stable bacterial strains are safe for all pond life. Treats 16,000 gallons of water. Pond Ecofix is restricted and will not be shipped to Hawaii.

Fish Mate 2000 Pond Pump - 600 gph $97.99 The Fish Mate Pond Pump 2000 provides all the versatility and performance you need. Ease of use and low running costs come as standard, thanks to the simple flow control and a super-efficent, magnetically driven pump turbine. Unlike other pond pumps, the Fish Mate's range features a specially develped strainer filter which will not clog up under normal use. Gone are the days of needing to clean your pump's sponge filter every day. Even in heavily contaminated water a quick shake is often all that is needed to keep your pump running at maxiumum performance. The Fish Mate 2000 comes complete with 4 fountain options including: Tiered, Column, Bell, and Plume, and a control knob to adust the flow to the fountian or waterfalls.

Fish Mate 4000 Pond Pump - 1000 gph $119.99 The Fish Mate Pond Pump 4000 provides all the versatility and performance you need. Ease of use and low running costs come as standard, thanks to the simple flow control and a super-efficient, magnetically driven pump turbine. Unlike other pond pumps, the Fish Mate's range features a specially developed strainer filter which will not clog under normal use. Gone are the days of needing to clean your pump's sponge filter every day. Even in heavily contaminated water a quick shake is often all that is needed to keep your pump running at maximum performance. The Fish Mate 4000 comes complete with 4 fountain options including Tiered, Column, Bell, and Plume and a control knob to adjust the flow to the fountain or waterfalls.

Fish Mate Bio Pond Filter 1000 $59.99 The Bio Pond Filter is a high performance filter with a low profile that is designed for ponds up to 1000 gallons. The filter provides mechanical and biological filtration for optimal water quality and healthier fish. In the first stage of filtration, the water enters a chamber with a coarse filter brush that strains out debris, settling it into the chamber for easy removal. The second stage incorporates a specially developed, profiled filter sponge that traps most remaing particales. The final stage contains supra biological filter media for the removal of ammonia. Maximum pond volume recomended for this filter is 1000 gallons. Under extreme conditions such as high fish stocks or Koi, low plant stocks, and sunny or hot locations a 500 gallon pond volume is recomended. A pump that is no more then 500 gph is recommended. The filter is easy to maintain and is designed to blend in with natural surroundings. The Bio Pond Filter comes complete with the filter brush, filter sponge, and SUPRA Bio Media. Inlet and Outlet: 3/4" inlet and (2) 1 1/4" outlets Size: 14" L x 9 1/2" W x 5" H

Action Cleaning Pond Pack $4.99 This contains both the Pond Block and the Pond Clear Zyme. Pond Block helps control algae growth in ponds up to 3000 gallons of water. Helps clear cloudy water and removes algae. Pond Clear Zyme contains billions of beneficial bacteria and enzymes that quickly break down the unsightly wastes that accumulate on the bottom of the pond as a sludge layer. Ideal for use during both spring set up and fall shut down. Pond Clear is safe for all plants and fish.

Pond Sludge Reducer - 40 oz. $32.99 Increase the beneficial bacteria in your pond for a clean, clear, healthy pond. Pond Aqua Zyme is a blend of environmentally safe bacterial strains that will break down fish waste and keep your pond beautiful. All-natural, non-toxic powder safe for all fish and plants.

Pond Skimmer - In-Pond - Up to 1000 gallons $59.99 The ideal, no-cut, pond skimmer for smaller ponds. TetraPond's In-pond Pond Skimmer may be just set in your pond: no liner cutting necessary. Handy design acts as a prefilter and helps keep the pond clear and free of surface debris. Compatible with TetraPond water garden pumps and waterfall filter.

Pond Desafin Fish Treatment - 16.9 oz. $14.99 Pond Desafin protects koi and goldfish from harmful protozoan parasites including white spot, costia, chilodonella and trichoina. Also protects them from bacterial infections and helps prevent ick. Treats 2500 gallons of water.

Pond Care Pond Zyme With Barley - 16 oz $21.99 This is a highly concentrated formula of specially selected beneficial bacteria strains that create and maintain sparkling clean water gardens and koi ponds. It immediately begins breaking down fish waste and dead algae that causes cloudy water, sludge build-up and troublesome organic debris. It digests leaves and grass clippings that may enter your pond. Through natural nutrient competition and enzymatic action, it reduces pond maintenance and keeps pond water clean and clear. Cleaner water means healthier fish, increased dissolved oxygen in your pond and a decreased breeding ground for pathogenic disease causing organisms. Safe for fish and plants. Perfect for spring, summer and autumn use. Treats up to 16,000 gallons of water. Pond Zyme is restricted and will not be shipped to Hawaii.

Tetra Koi Growth Floating Pond Fish Food 4.85 lb Bag $32.99 This floating stick promotes growth, enhances coloration and body form. This is a complete diet for all pond fish that is intended for summer feeding. It has a stabilized vitamin C and is packed in a resealable bag for lasting freshness. Softens immediately in the water for easier digestion, remains edible for a long time after being placed in the water-so there is less mess and less pollution. Ideal for all sizes of pond fish.

Thermo Pond Heater - 100W $47.99 The Thermo Pond heater is a must-have for the winter season. This floating heater will keep a small area ice-free so that toxic gases can escape, thus keeping your fish safe and healthy all winter long. This heater will not burn or harm your pond liner in any way and uses 10 to 15 times less power than comparable heaters. Get your pond ready for the winter with the Thermo Pond heater. Size: 12" diameter, 4" high.

Commerce Fish Pond $59.99 Tung Chen Yi Commerce Fish Pond - Wall Decal

Big Fish, little pond $29.99 Donald Bitterman Big Fish, little pond - Photographic Print

Pond Block - 4 Blocks $6.99 Pond Block offers an easy, effective way to control pond algae control. Simply drop into your pond regularly to maintain algae growth. One block treats 250 gallons.

Pond Accu-Clear - 8 oz. $6.99 Accu Clear is a unique colorless polymer that rapidly eliminates cloudy pond water. It works by causing tiny suspended cloud particles in pond water to clump together, forming clusters. These clusters are then quickly removed by your pond filter. Use Pond Care Pond Zyme after the use of Accu Clear to keep the pond bottom and filters free of decomposing plants and fish waste. Treats 2,400 galoons

Heated Pond Saucer $42.89 Help your pond fish and plants weather the winter with a heated pond saucer. This saucer keeps a vent hole open to allow harmful gases to leave the pond and is controlled by a thermostat to only operate when it is needed. Its low profile appearance and energy efficient operation mean you won't even notice that its there. Size: Unit is 12" diameter x 1.75" high.

Replacement Foam Pad for Pond Skimmer $9.99 Replacement Foam Pad for the TetraPond In-Pond Pond Skimmer. 8.65 in diameter, 1.25 in. thick.

Pond WaterBalance - 8.45 oz. - 250 mL $2.68 Pond algae, pH and trace mineral control all in one bottle with TetraPond WaterBalance. Each bottle replaces choice trace elements, reduces phosphates and steadies pond pH to promote a more balanced, healthy pond environment. Safe for fish and plants, WaterBalance is the key to a healthy pond. Treats 1250 gallons.

Pond WaterBalance - 16.9 oz. - 500 mL $11.99 Pond algae, pH and trace mineral control all in one bottle with TetraPond WaterBalance. Each bottle replaces choice trace elements, reduces phosphates and steadies pond pH to promote a more balanced, healthy pond environment. Safe for fish and plants, WaterBalance is the key to a healthy pond. Treats 2500 gal.

Pond Care Pond Salt - 4.4 lb. $6.99 An all natural sea salt, used in the pond to improve fish gill function and to reduce stress. During period of stress and disease healthy gill function is disturbed. This can lead to the loss of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and chloride through the gills. This interrupts healthy gill function by reducing the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide and ammonium from fish. Treats up to 550 gallons.

Pond Care Pond Salt - 9.6 lb. $14.79 An all natural sea salt used in the pond to improve fish gill function and to reduce stress. During periods of stress and disease healthy gill function is disturbed. This can lead to the loss of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and chloride through the gills. This interrupts healthy gill function by reducing the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide and ammonium from fish. Treats up to 1200 gallons.