Just for FUN - Related to Koi/Fish, Koi Organisation International
I might even be able to make this koi in clay. This less than 5 minute Youtube video shows you how. Could be a great activity for those who dabble in clay or with the kids.
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So much to still discover in our world, even when in plain sight.
"The largest waterlily species in the world has been discovered after a case of mistaken identity that saw it hide in plain sight for 177 years.
From a koi painting they loved, to a beautiful koi pond build to imitate their art. This couple has built a beautiful pond at their home and as they say " Feeding the fish “is an outing. It’s entertainment,” ... Please enjoy this well-done article on this pond.
The transformation of Sandra and Peter Barsczeski’s backyard began with a painting by Covington artist Donna Duffy.
Depicting three koi fish swimming among lily pads, the 40-by-40-inch mixed media and acrylic piece hangs in the foyer of their Acadian-style home off Sharp Road in Mandeville.
A koi wrap on a bus was designed by a middle school student who was inspired by koi at the local zoo; now this art is on show for whole community to see. Congratulations to these young artists.
Our hobby of koi keeping began several centuries ago in Japan, and in this country, there is a different way of looking at the evolving seasons. I would like to share this beautiful video with you that depicts the 72 micro-seasons as defined by the early Japanese culture. The video is slightly over 4 minutes and very worth your time. It invites you slow down and watch nature; please enjoy these few minutes away from the rush of your day.
I absolutely love this big bear cooling down in this pond, until....... Enjoy this very short video and find someone to share it with. It will have you laughing.
"This is a story of a black bear who got into a backyard fishpond to cool off from the summer heat until the resident koi carp scared it away.
The bear entered the pond in the Massachusetts town of Pepperell, panting heavily as it soaked its fur into the water and quenched its thirst as koi carp darted around it.
Okay, besides being a bit on the wacky side, I consider this animal abuse! However, apparently they take good care of their finned friends.
"Two performers said that stunt is not for the faint-hearted"
"It is a fishy act that could take your breath away - or more likely that of its underwater performers.
Two “aquamen” amazed crowds gathered in Saint-Malo in Brittany by strolling around with fishbowls on their heads filled with water and goldfish. They breathe through a special valve."
Yes, and we have all seen koi in cramped tanks, too small of ponds without adequate filtration and oxygen. Another reason Koi Organization International (K.O.I.) exists.
K.O.I. is an international group of expert hobbyist-volunteers who want to promote FUN in the Koi hobby by teaching all aspects of Koi and pond keeping, with a focus on Science.
PARIS, Jan 22 (Reuters) - A leading French aquarium vendor has decided to stop selling round fish bowls because they drive fish mad and kill them quickly.
You don't need to read the entire article to find the tidbit about koi - it right below for you - but it is an interesting article.
Okay, for you koi fanatics, this man certainly loves his koi and jumps right in. Enjoy this short video!
https://www.thedodo.com/search?q=Man%20swims%20with%20his%20fish
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