What Is The Best Type Of Food For My Fish?
The quality of a fish food is determined by the raw ingredients used. High grade fish food has a low ash content, low moisturecontent and a high protein content.
If you see a claim such as "97% digestible" it means that only 3% is made up of ash and moisture, leaving the remaining 97% as high quality carbohydrate or protein.
Always buy the best food you can afford. This will give you goodwater quality and your fish will reap the benefits.
When looking for food always analyze the contents and stay away from products that don't display this information.
Choose the following: A high protein content food with ash levels of about 5%, moisture levels of between 5-8% and 35% protein or higher.
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Is It Safe To Use Lights In My Pond?
Providing that you are using submersible pond lights that have beendesigned for under water use then they are definitely safe.
They utilize only 12 volts making them extremely safe. They are also fairly cheap to buy and come in a myriad of differenteffects, including: floating globes, underwater spotlights, ingroundspotlights, coloured lenses etc.
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September 22, 2009
September 18, 2009
How To Make Your Pond Into A Wildlife Haven
To many a fish pond is simply that, a fish pond. To those who have been following this wonderful hobby for a while will know that this is only the tip of the iceberg.
A fish pond or probably more correctly a water garden is home to may forms of natural wildlife.
An even bigger diversity of wild life can be attracted by paying attention to the aesthetics and the design.
Birds for example require shallow areas in which they can take a welcome bath or gain a much needed drink of water.
Running water from a cascading stream will certainly create a haven for many of nature's insects. This combined with a clean gravel bed will make a nice place for them to lay their eggs or build a home.
How To Encourage Wildlife
Why not consider adding pond plants to your fish pond. Not only will this help to keep algae under control and add valuable oxygen to the pond it will also attract frogs and birds.
A great way of not only adding effect to the flow of water in ponds that include a waterfall or stream is to place a large boulder in the centre. Not only will this add wonderful sound and character to the flow of water but it will also create a great perch for wild birds to rest on.
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A fish pond or probably more correctly a water garden is home to may forms of natural wildlife.
An even bigger diversity of wild life can be attracted by paying attention to the aesthetics and the design.
Birds for example require shallow areas in which they can take a welcome bath or gain a much needed drink of water.
Running water from a cascading stream will certainly create a haven for many of nature's insects. This combined with a clean gravel bed will make a nice place for them to lay their eggs or build a home.
How To Encourage Wildlife
Why not consider adding pond plants to your fish pond. Not only will this help to keep algae under control and add valuable oxygen to the pond it will also attract frogs and birds.
A great way of not only adding effect to the flow of water in ponds that include a waterfall or stream is to place a large boulder in the centre. Not only will this add wonderful sound and character to the flow of water but it will also create a great perch for wild birds to rest on.
The full article can be read at:
http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/pondtowildlifewatergarden.html
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How To Keep Trout In A Pond
How To Successfully Keep Trout In A Garden Fish Pond
Whilst not the most popular choice of fish to keep for the majority of pond keepers it is definitely possible to successfully keep trout in a garden fish pond, providing that you stick to certain rules and ensure that their requirements are taken care of.
Why Are Trout Different To Other Pond Fish?
The first thing to be aware of is that we are talking about keeping trout and not breeding them; in order to breed they require running water that is cool and extremely oxygen rich. This is not viable for the vast majority of pond situations.
Whilst not able to successfully spawn they will still exhibit breeding behavior by producing eggs, milt and in the case of male trout, competing for female attention during the spawning period (autumn to winter to spring).
A trout's diet needs to contain a higher percentage of oils than other species and the amount fed also needs to be higher.
In the remainder of this article I will outline the important differences that need to be taken into consideration along with the type of equipment I would advise you to consider purchasing, if you intend to keep these magnificent fish.
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Whilst not the most popular choice of fish to keep for the majority of pond keepers it is definitely possible to successfully keep trout in a garden fish pond, providing that you stick to certain rules and ensure that their requirements are taken care of.
Why Are Trout Different To Other Pond Fish?
The first thing to be aware of is that we are talking about keeping trout and not breeding them; in order to breed they require running water that is cool and extremely oxygen rich. This is not viable for the vast majority of pond situations.
Whilst not able to successfully spawn they will still exhibit breeding behavior by producing eggs, milt and in the case of male trout, competing for female attention during the spawning period (autumn to winter to spring).
A trout's diet needs to contain a higher percentage of oils than other species and the amount fed also needs to be higher.
In the remainder of this article I will outline the important differences that need to be taken into consideration along with the type of equipment I would advise you to consider purchasing, if you intend to keep these magnificent fish.
The full article can be read at
www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/keeping_trout_in_pond.html
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A Garden Pond Is Different To A Water Garden
What Is The Difference Between a Pond and A Water Garden?
In simple terms a pond is a hole dug into the ground and filled with water. There are different construction materials used as the lining from rubber to concrete and preformed pvc ponds.
The addition of fish, whether Koi, goldfish or some other variety turns it into a fish pond. If only Koi are added then to the purist it is known as a Koi pond.
A pool designed with the intention of attracting as much natural aquatic life including frogs, toads, newts, various insect species, birds etc is described as a wildlife pond. To the neutral these are probably the most interesting as they mimic nature.
A water garden on the other hand is a combination of some or all of these with a specific emphasis on the addition of various species of aquatic plants. These plants take centre stage and everything else simply makes up the numbers.
Now pond plants serve a very important function within any water garden and this is what I would like to talk about in a bit more detail ...
The full article can be read at
http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/Pondtowatergarden.html
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In simple terms a pond is a hole dug into the ground and filled with water. There are different construction materials used as the lining from rubber to concrete and preformed pvc ponds.
The addition of fish, whether Koi, goldfish or some other variety turns it into a fish pond. If only Koi are added then to the purist it is known as a Koi pond.
A pool designed with the intention of attracting as much natural aquatic life including frogs, toads, newts, various insect species, birds etc is described as a wildlife pond. To the neutral these are probably the most interesting as they mimic nature.
A water garden on the other hand is a combination of some or all of these with a specific emphasis on the addition of various species of aquatic plants. These plants take centre stage and everything else simply makes up the numbers.
Now pond plants serve a very important function within any water garden and this is what I would like to talk about in a bit more detail ...
The full article can be read at
http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/Pondtowatergarden.html
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Essential Tests For Garden Fish Ponds
First of all you need to know the approximate volume of water in your pond before you are able to determine the number of fish your pond can hold, the amount of water that equates to say a 15% water change and before you are able to use feeding products and pond-maintenance products properly.
Why Test Pond Water pH?
There are many different factors that affect the quality of the water. In terms of fish ponds the pH is commonly talked about! A pond will be either neutral (pH of 7), acidic (pH less than 7) or alkaline (pH greater than 7).
Factors such as acid rain, minerals leaching from soil, rotting vegetation and aquatic life waste matter all have an effect upon the pH of the pond. In general an acceptable pH range is between 6.8 to 7.8 for the majority of aquatic plants and pond life. Extreme pH levels either below or above this range should be treated quickly.
Factors Causing Low pH In Garden Ponds
As the aquatic community within your pond grows you will notice that the pH becomes acidic i.e. below a pH of 7. This is normal as long as it isn't allowed to dip below 6.8, as this causes stress related problems within many fish species, particularly Koi.
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Why Test Pond Water pH?
There are many different factors that affect the quality of the water. In terms of fish ponds the pH is commonly talked about! A pond will be either neutral (pH of 7), acidic (pH less than 7) or alkaline (pH greater than 7).
Factors such as acid rain, minerals leaching from soil, rotting vegetation and aquatic life waste matter all have an effect upon the pH of the pond. In general an acceptable pH range is between 6.8 to 7.8 for the majority of aquatic plants and pond life. Extreme pH levels either below or above this range should be treated quickly.
Factors Causing Low pH In Garden Ponds
As the aquatic community within your pond grows you will notice that the pH becomes acidic i.e. below a pH of 7. This is normal as long as it isn't allowed to dip below 6.8, as this causes stress related problems within many fish species, particularly Koi.
The full article can be read at ...
http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/newpondwatertesting.html ...
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Seasonal Fish Pond Care
Fall Fish Pond Care
As the pond water temperature reduces there is a reduction in your fishes metabolic rate. These once ravenous creatures are becoming less hungry and in order to keep the pond as free from fish waste as possible, due to increases in uneaten fish food, feed less and feed a colder water fish food.
Fall brings with it a common nuisance for the vast majority of pond owners, the fallen leaves that miraculously manage to find their way into your pond, if you haven't covered it with a pond net.
Winter Pond Preparation
The vast majority of pond inhabitants are fairly dormant during the winter months. It is very important however to ensure that the pond isn't allowed to freeze over. There has to be a way for carbon dioxide and toxic hydrogen sulphide to escape if you don't want fish fatalities. It is also important as oxygen will continue to be allowed to enter into the pond.
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As the pond water temperature reduces there is a reduction in your fishes metabolic rate. These once ravenous creatures are becoming less hungry and in order to keep the pond as free from fish waste as possible, due to increases in uneaten fish food, feed less and feed a colder water fish food.
Fall brings with it a common nuisance for the vast majority of pond owners, the fallen leaves that miraculously manage to find their way into your pond, if you haven't covered it with a pond net.
Winter Pond Preparation
The vast majority of pond inhabitants are fairly dormant during the winter months. It is very important however to ensure that the pond isn't allowed to freeze over. There has to be a way for carbon dioxide and toxic hydrogen sulphide to escape if you don't want fish fatalities. It is also important as oxygen will continue to be allowed to enter into the pond.
The full article can be read at http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/seasonalpondcare.html ...
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Prepare Your Pond For Winter
Well autumn or fall depending upon your preference is upon us water gardeners. The colder nights and days are drawing in for those of us who live in the colder UK climate or Northern states of the USA and Canada.
The past few months have seen a lot of activity in our ponds which has been a privilege to witness.
Autumn Pond Preparation Prior to the onset of winter
The past few months have seen a lot of activity in our ponds which has been a privilege to witness.
Autumn Pond Preparation Prior to the onset of winter
- Significantly reduce the amount of food fed to your fish as their slower metabolism prevents them from digesting food properly.
- Some suggest that you stop feeding altogether. I don't agree. Instead feed small amounts of low protein, high wheat germ winter fish food once a day. Wheat germ is easier for fish to digest in cold water temperatures.
- Make a final partial water change of 25% and carry out a final pond water quality test.
- Winterize your aquatic plants before the colder weather hits.
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