Download or read book Mini Encyclopedia Keeping Koi written by Keith Holms and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2023-08-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Koi are shimmering, beautiful fish that can be grown in almost any backyard water feature. This Mini-Encyclopedia is packed with sensible advice and practical guidance for keeping beautiful, healthy koi. Part one examines the equipment and systems used to create and sustain the water quality that koi need to flourish. Part two looks in detail at how to build a koi pond, with plans and step-by-step sequences for both a lined, and a brick-built rendered pond Part three focuses on koi as fish and prized exhibits, from their anatomy and nutritional needs to health care, breeding and showing. Part four presents a full, richly illustrated guide to koi color varieties.