There are some guidelines that you should keep in mind when raising koi fish. It is a species which is in fashion, it is one of the favorites for gardens, especially within Spain. You can raise them if you have a pond, since in that place they grow and develop perfectly. Remember that it is a fish of Japanese origin, it is one of the most beautiful.
It is characterized by having very striking red and white tones that are pleasant to the eye. For the Japanese it is one of the most prestigious species that can be had, having a pond full of these fish is a symbol of power and of a good economic life.
Among the advantages that it has is its resistance and the way in which it adapts to high temperatures or low temperatures, although it can survive in both conditions it is advisable that the water does not have a temperature lower than 18 degrees.
The diet must be very careful, verifying that it receives all the nutrients. You can buy the food in a specialized store. Its digestion is slower and more difficult when the weather is cold, which is why it requires meals specially prepared for the species. In the winter the rations and the frequency with which it is fed should be reduced.
We consider it essential that fish koi has a lot of space, at least it requires a 130-liter pond, if you are going to have several specimens you should evaluate the size to avoid them colliding with each other, they enjoy moving freely.
Hello Maria…. the title of your page is very attractive: «guidelines for raising a Koi fish», I am starting on this topic and it caught my attention, I have a 3 cubic meter pond, 5 koi fish and 7 goldfish …… I have problems keeping it clean despite changing the water every week, a filter of 3000 liters / hour ……. What do you suggest ... Thank you