You have your Koi pond all ready to go. All you need to do now is to stock it. Wait a minute though; there are some important things that you need to look at before you go spending your hard earned dollar.
To someone who is not that familiar with Koi, it may seem that all Koi are the same. This is quite far from the truth! Each Koi is unique in its coloring, shape, and patterns (such as dots or stripes). No two Koi are ever the same. The most popular Koi are the ones that are predominately red and white. According to the beliefs of Feng Shui, pure white or gold Koi are representative of fortune.
The best time to purchase Koi is during the cooler months when their metabolism is slower. Koi are actually a delicate fish and need to be cared for in a professional manner.
To avoid problems right from the start, always purchase Koi from a reputable Koi breeder/dealer. The environment of a good Koi breeder should be clean and well kept. The water should be clean and clear, not stagnant or murky. The breeder should be knowledgeable about all aspects of Koi and problems that some Koi experience. Do not be afraid to ask questions to see if the breeder's information matches information that you have found during your research.
After you have found the right breeder, it is time to start considering the Koi that you want to purchase. Buying young Koi carp is less expensive than buying a mature Koi and also gives you the opportunity to watch the Koi grow. Koi do not fully mature until around eight years of age and can live to the ripe old age of forty.
There are a few things to look for to ensure that you are purchasing a healthy specimen without infection. Make sure you look at the scales and ensure they are uniformly placed without damage. Secondly, look at the eyes and check to see if they are clear, not protruding and are aligned properly. Also look at the body of the Koi and check for any unusual black or white spots.
Even if the Koi passes the visual inspection, if it is not eating or swimming normally then there is something wrong with it so move on to the next specimen.
Watching your Koi in your Koi pond can be a very soothing and relaxing past-time. Just watching their movements through the water can melt away the stresses of the day and leave you feeling refreshed.
These are just some of the checks you need to do to ensure you receive a healthy Koi. For more information regarding buying Koi fish, you can visit www.live-koifish.com.
Peter Naumann is an expert and lover of Koi fish. You can visit his website at http://www.live-koifish.com
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