Fish Care: Expert Advice on Pond Fish Nutrition, Health & Maintenance

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Fish Care

Immerse yourself in the Fish Care category, where I share expert insights from years of pond ownership to help you maintain a thriving aquatic ecosystem. Explore in-depth articles addressing fish nutrition, disease prevention, and water quality management, ensuring your pond fish's health and well-being.

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Can I put my indoor cold water fish into my outside pond?

Yes! You can add move your indoor cold water fish to your outside pond. You must ensure you transfer them in warmer months and ensure they are introduced to your pond

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Do I feed my pond fish in Winter?

When the water temperature drops below 10°C, the metabolism of your fish slows down, and they become less active. This means they require less food during the winter months.

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Am I feeding my fish too much?

Every pond is different, but you must always remember overfeeding your fish can cause your water quality to decline. Food that has not been eaten after 10 minutes is a sign you're over feeding your fish.

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Fish Behavior in Ponds: Reasons Your Fish Stay in One Corner

Pond fish are just like any other living creature, if they are not 100% healthy they will often disappear to areas where they will not be disturbed. Pond fish like to have good quality water, high quality food and plenty of room to swim.

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Decoding Colour Changes in Pond Fish: Common Causes and Insights

If you've noticed your fish has recently changed colour (or lost its colour), it could be sign of stress, age, diet or overall health. It could also just be genetics.

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Preventing Fish from Jumping Out of Your Pond: Causes and Solutions

Fishing jumping out of a pond is not an uncommon occurrence. Reasons could be related to territorial behaviour, overcrowding or even low oxygen levels.

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Troubleshooting Fish Gasping Behavior: Causes and Remedies

If your fish are on the surface of your pond gasping for air, it means they are being starved of oxygen. In this article I will cover early signs to watch out for and provide you with solutions to fix.