Koi Pond Filtration

A good filter is one of the things you're going to need to have a healthy and lively Koi pond. A filter promotes the biological balance in your pond. A good filter works well without using a pump just to force the water through it.

So what are the types of filters that you can use for your Koi pond? Well, there are two types of these filtration systems. The mechanical and the biological ones. The biological filtration system relies on bacteria in breaking down toxic wastes (ammonia or pH), converting them into nitrates. Nitrates are less harmful substances (they only become harmful to your fish when left untreated at large amounts and high levels).

The mechanical filtration system is the one that cleans the particles (solid wastes from your pets) from the pond's water, which are being trapped in the filter and cleaned up during the regular maintenance.

Your pond is a big area wherein the strength of the filter isn't enough to promote the water circulation (keep in mind that your fish requires a continuous supply of oxygen). In order to increase the strength, add up features to your pond, such as waterfalls and fountains. These can cause aeration, a process that agitates the water, giving more oxygen to the water.

Keep the water's chemical mixture at a healthy and normal range for your fish, that's why you should test your water's chemical make up on a weekly basis, and this is done by bringing a water sample to your local pet store and have them test it, or if you prefer not to have any hassles in going to the pet store, you can choose to buy a home testing kit to test the water all by yourself.

Your duty as a Koi pond owner is to take the responsibility, time and effort that you need to sustain its health. A rewarding hobby as it is, giving your pond the things it needs (like the filter) wlll able to give you a long-lasting outdoor pond!