The rule of thumb is 1000 gal for the first koi and 100 gal for each
additional koi. That gives them enough space to swim. Is your stock
tank big enough? A 20" koi needs some space. Goldfish handle smaller
areas better.

I strongly support those who point out the consequences of overstock.
If the pond cannot handle the load without a pump to circulate the
water, the first pump failure or electrical outage kills all the fish.
Not nice.

Jim

V.V. wrote:
Thanks Jan and all-

My plan is to stock it with some fish (may start out less expensive than Koi
until I get the hang of it and get it stabilized) as well as put plants
around it for shade and decor/color. Not sure if I want to hide the sides
with just plants or enclose it with pavers or the like. I will also be
getting or creating a nice water fall feature, something more zen-like...not
done my research yet. I may get a frog or two as well. I don't want too
many critters, just enough...any suggestions for how many koi/fish would be
good for that size?

Vince






"~ janj JJsPond.us" wrote in message
...

Normally I don't cross post as many are filtering such out in Rec.Ponds,
(FYI).


Hello all, I finally found a tub from Tractor Suppy Company. Wondering if
y'all can give me some pointers. The tub is galvanized metal, 6ft in
diameter, 375 gallons. I have a two part question involving pump and
heat.

I live in Naples Florida. Is there any issue having an above ground pond
in
temperatures like we have here? My pool water is 85 degrees right now. I
imagine, even with the shade from plants around the tub, that the water
will
get warm.

Second, for that size, I'd like reccomendations on reaonsably priced
pump/bio filters (or what price is reasonable when looking) for this size.
Also would like to know which types of filter/pump is the easiest to
maintain and take care of. Finally, do you recommend an ultra violete
addition? Vince in Naples

Filtration is really based on what you plan to have in the pond. If only
plants and a couple of fish, you could get by with a good air pump and air
stone. So what's your long term plan? ~ jan


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