Common Misconception Regarding Bio-Filter Koi Pond
I'm writing this post as an educational post to clear some common misconception regarding having a bio filter filtering system for a koi pond. I've been designing and constructing koi ponds for 8 years and there are a few issues/worries that my clients face when they are deciding if they wanted a koi pond or which type of filter system to go to. I hope to clear some misconception regarding this matter by writing this post so that you could weight yourself regarding which filter system better suit your needs. Common misconception No.1 : Heavy maintenance to maintain a bio filter koi pond Truth : A proper filter system would require you to service/clean the filter system once every few weeks. That's the truth regarding a bio filter koi pond. However, one needs to understand that it is VERY important to have a good mechanical filtration system to remove solids from the water ( fish faeces, algae, leaves, organic waste, etc ) It is unhealthy for the fishes to have every si...