To remove the buildup of waste products and other harmful substances in your Koi pond, a good Koi pond filtration system is a necessity. To keep your Koi healthy and thriving and to insure their long life make sure you use the right equipment - if you don't bad things can happen.
That unsightly green scum we all seen on stagnate water is the result of poor filtration. Don't let this happen. Parasites and other harmful bacteria will develop and spread quickly among the fish. With all this the water will quickly start to smell. If this happens it will be a deadly situation for your fish.
A koi pond is a big investment. Don't risk that investment and the health of your Koi by not planning for a proper Koi pond filtration system. Take the time to carefully plan the kind of system that's best for your particular pond.
Some Koi experts recommend a filter system that will handle a volume of not less that 33% of the total pond water volume. Therefore, a 3,000 gallon pond should have a filter capable of handling 1,000 gallons of pond water at any given time. At the very least, it should not be less than 10%.
Make sure you use the best type of pump for your Koi pond filtration system. It's not that hard since there are only two major types to consider. For large ponds the best choice would be the recirculating pump because of the efficiency and life span. For smaller ponds, go with the submersible pump. They are quiet as well as small and unobtrusive.
Make sure you use a filtration system that has both mechanical filtering and biological filtration. Preferably it will have two stages for both. These two types of filtration are important for good maintenance of your Koi pond and to insure the health of your fish. As physical waste and debris build up in the pond, the mechanical filtration traps these particles using sand, beads, brushes or pads. Koi fish give off ammonia which can be deadly in large enough amounts. The biological filter uses a natural biological process to convert this harmful waste into less harmful elements. The process utilizes anaerobic bacteria to convert ammonia ultimately into nitrates which are not harmful to the fish.
Be sure to install a bottom drain. It will save you a lot of maintenance effort. Place it in the deepest part of the pond. The dirty water will be sucked out by the pump and into the filter chambers for cleaning. If your pond has no drain you'll have to clean your pond manually very frequently.
Whether you are building a new pond or refurbishing an existing one, take the time to plan for a proper Koi pond filtration system. It will pay for itself many times over in less maintenance and healthier Koi fish. You'll be glad you made the effort.
That unsightly green scum we all seen on stagnate water is the result of poor filtration. Don't let this happen. Parasites and other harmful bacteria will develop and spread quickly among the fish. With all this the water will quickly start to smell. If this happens it will be a deadly situation for your fish.
A koi pond is a big investment. Don't risk that investment and the health of your Koi by not planning for a proper Koi pond filtration system. Take the time to carefully plan the kind of system that's best for your particular pond.
Some Koi experts recommend a filter system that will handle a volume of not less that 33% of the total pond water volume. Therefore, a 3,000 gallon pond should have a filter capable of handling 1,000 gallons of pond water at any given time. At the very least, it should not be less than 10%.
Make sure you use the best type of pump for your Koi pond filtration system. It's not that hard since there are only two major types to consider. For large ponds the best choice would be the recirculating pump because of the efficiency and life span. For smaller ponds, go with the submersible pump. They are quiet as well as small and unobtrusive.
Make sure you use a filtration system that has both mechanical filtering and biological filtration. Preferably it will have two stages for both. These two types of filtration are important for good maintenance of your Koi pond and to insure the health of your fish. As physical waste and debris build up in the pond, the mechanical filtration traps these particles using sand, beads, brushes or pads. Koi fish give off ammonia which can be deadly in large enough amounts. The biological filter uses a natural biological process to convert this harmful waste into less harmful elements. The process utilizes anaerobic bacteria to convert ammonia ultimately into nitrates which are not harmful to the fish.
Be sure to install a bottom drain. It will save you a lot of maintenance effort. Place it in the deepest part of the pond. The dirty water will be sucked out by the pump and into the filter chambers for cleaning. If your pond has no drain you'll have to clean your pond manually very frequently.
Whether you are building a new pond or refurbishing an existing one, take the time to plan for a proper Koi pond filtration system. It will pay for itself many times over in less maintenance and healthier Koi fish. You'll be glad you made the effort.
About the Author:
John Stoner is a long time koi enthusiast. For more information on how to setup Koi filters correctly in your koi pond, visit http://www.koifishenthusiast.com.
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