Vaccine for KHV
Submitted by Karen Pattist on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 15:02
This is an excellent article on the development of a KHV Vaccine in Indonesia.
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Build a Constant Flow Regulation Valve for Constant Water Changes
Submitted by Spike Cover on Sat, 06/06/2020 - 12:16
By Spike Cover
This is a good explanation and drawing of how to build a constant flow regulator for doing constant water changes on your pond.
Many folks have struck on the idea of using a slow trickle of fresh water into their ponds paired with a standpipe-type overflow to help rid the pond water of nitrates. The simplest and cheapest way to accomplish this (presuming there is a suitable overflow) is to use off-the-shelf drip irrigation components to regulate the inflow of water. However, knowing that these components are less than precise and prone to drift (varying the flow rate) and other forms of failure, I decided I could design a low-flow device that would be pressure compensated, could be precisely set and likely more reliable than store bought drip irrigation parts. (In a former life, I was a mechanical engineer with a background in hydraulics.)
Quarantine Tips from Taro Kodama
Submitted by Karen Pattist on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 12:33
While this article by Taro Kodama is a bit commercial in terms of recommending their own products, it does have very good info, and is worth the read! I did not include, but they do sell, a complete Q tank kit and a complete accessory kit – and both contain a good group of items.
KHV Facts by Spike Cover
Submitted by Karen Pattist on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 09:53
Updated April 2018
Comparing trickle towers with Bakki Showers
Submitted by Syd Mitchell on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 08:50
By: Syd Mitchell
This article delves into the differences and similarities between homes for our nitrifying bugs, and how they work. The article ends with a quick primer on Anoxic Filtration – there is a full ebook on the subject if you are interested: http://koiorganisationinternational.org/product/anoxic-filtration-and-ho...
Mycobacteriosis, the Stealth Disease
Submitted by Karen Pattist on Tue, 01/30/2018 - 11:28
Author: Diana Walstad. Made available to K.O.I. by the author's written permission.
A look at "MB," a common, highly contagious, and incurable bacterial fish disease, and some steps that can be taken to prevent its outbreak.
Successful Koi Keeping and Basic Facts About Filtration
Submitted by Chris Neaves on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 20:13
Whilst “filtration” on koi ponds has become a somewhat controversial subject full of emotion, there are basic principles that apply to all variations hobbyists may encounter.
Humorous Vocabulary Decribing the Koi Keeper
Submitted by Chris Neaves on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 17:18
So much research has been done on the Koi fish itself, with regards to nutrition, disease and medication. What about the Koi keeper? How about a little research being done on these specimens.
Chris on Koi Clay (Montmorillonite)
Submitted by Chris Neaves on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 16:24
1 Introduction
The addition of Montmorillonite clays to Koi ponds have proven benefits. Many Koi keepers use these clays with great success. Montmorillonite clays are commercially available under various brand names depending on the country of origin and who is branding it. They vary in chemical composition and purity, enhance water quality, replenish and augment minerals and remove certain unwanted wastes.
Leaks!
Submitted by Chris Neaves on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 16:18
Have you ever thought about the almost insurmountable problems in making a pond waterproof? Is a completely waterproof pond an impossible dream? Substantial leaks need attention, no doubt about it. However, at some point or the other, insanity will overcome you, before each and every leak is found and fixed in the average pond.
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