Here is detailed information on setting up and maintaining an outdoor pond, on selecting koi specimens, and on maintaining the perfect environment for this hardy breed of carp. A brand-new title in the growing Mini Encyclopedia Series for aquarium hobbyists, this book helps aquarium owners plan, create, and maintain a colorful and interesting environment for fish and aquatic life. Each volume provides in-depth information and instruction on a specific subdivision of fish keeping. Complementing the text are sets of illustration panels filled with full-color photos, each with its own detailed and instructive caption. The team of authors, all recognized aquarium experts, show readers how to set up an aquarium, select species, and maintain an optimal environment for the tankï¿1/2s aquatic and plant life. Approximately 250 color photos and illustrations in each volume.

The best available introduction to the world of colorful and fascinating Japanese carp. Lavishly illustrated with over 150 full-color photographs and drawings, this volume touches all the bases of koi care and maintenance, not to mention detailed information on the garden pond.

History of the development and breeding of nishikigoi, unusually-coloured carp (or koi), and the spread of the activity throughout the world, with information on keeping koi.

A grandfather tells the story of a koi fish traveling the world and becoming the symbol of courage and perseverance.

This is 15 years of Vet experience with all aspects of Koi health. Treatments and tips for a healthy environment, proper husbandry, symptoms of disease and remedies for parasites and sores, Dr. Johnson covers it all. In plain terms for the hobbyist, he provides the details you NEED to save fish. Symptoms, simple tests, logic and simplicity to educate you on preventing and treating fish diseases. This book is as timely / timeless as the appearance of fish disease, and the need for education in the testing and treatment of these conditions in fish. Learn about prevention and treatment BEFORE you're in trouble. "Anyone that has bought one koi, should have this book before they buy number two!" - David H. "Thanks for writing such an informative, easy to read book. I appreciate your easy going sense of humor and style of writing!" - Patti B. "Excellent for beginners, without sacrificing plenty of depth where needed. A Koi keeper's bible!" - S.G. Ontario "Not a wasted word. Well done!" - Mike S.

Water quality and filtration.

House of Koi is about identity and learning that, sometimes, your future is waiting for you in your past. The story follows Mila as she strives to reconcile the person she became in an effort to fit into her American international school with the young girl she was; the girl who spoke Mandarin and Malay with ease. Is it too late to embrace both parts of herself? When Mila is sent to the top of the mountain to live with her grandmother for a year when her parents go away for business, she cannot avoid her native tongue, even if she does try. To make matters worse, Mila must now attend a local private school, and navigate a world she seems to barely understand. Everyone keeps telling her that she should not forget her heritage, but this only takes her deeper inside herself. That is until she meets the "Fish Boy" from the bottom of the mountain. Together, they teach one another what the other is best at. However, every time Mila asks about the past, he refuses to answer. She resolves to find out what happened that caused her to be unable to look her grandmother squarely in the eye.

The "mysterious" art of Koi keeping is a long established practice no longer confined to just the Japanese culture and lifestyle as it has been throughout the centuries. Koi, sometimes known as Nishikigoi, are the multi-hued varieties of carp first developed and bred in Japan. However, in recent years Koi keeping has expanded to all corners of the globe and become one of the most popular and sophisticated pastimes around. Unfortunately, authentic Koi keeping is a complex and precise science, a fact many people are not aware of. But, as author Peter Cole explains, just because the task is complex doesn't mean that it's too hard to master. Keeping information simple, Coyle covers all aspects, from buying, rearing and health care to vital details of pond construction, water supply, and seasonal aspects. Koi culture goes back over 1000 years with patience, precision and a love of carp, you, too, can join this intriguing and lengthy tradition.

Bring the relaxing sights and sounds of a water garden into your yardo Enjoy the colorful activity of koi as they dart and splash in a garden pond.o Grow regal water lilies, lotus and other aquatic plants.o Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of a backyard waterfall.Here is the complete guide to building a koi pond and raising these magnificent, ornamental fish. This book is chock full of useful information including:o Where to locate your pondo How to design and build a pondo Installing pond liners, pumps and filterso Adding fish and plantso Maintaining the fish pond through out the 4 seasonso Adding lighting to make your pond shine at nighto How to estimate the cost of building a pondo Free Pond Cost Calculator available with purchasePlan and build your own pond with the help of detailed instructions and easy to follow photos and drawings.