Re: [GSAS-Member] Koi in an Aquarium?

["Connie Carlson" <nwconniec@hotmail.com>]

Shango,

I agree with Laurel but would add that they are messy fish and would require 
a lot of maintenance keeping them inside.  I am changing water every few 
days & Betty I know is changing water more like every day, even with these 
fish that are 1/4 inch to two inches.  (both in 10 gal tanks so far) They 
eat as much as you feed them, and produce the waste to match... the algae 
and mulm buildup that inevitably follows is impressive.  Now granted, we are 
trying to get them to grow AFAP, and you could certainly modify THAT plan to 
keep the tank cleaner, but still.

That being said I myself plan to keep a few inside over the winter; I am 
hoping that as long as I provide good water movement and regular water 
changes they will be fine.  I havent decided whether this will be in a tank 
or in one of those 50gal poly drums though.  And that is with these little 
fry.  I was tempted at the Koi show to try it with one of those 4-inchers, 
but just couldnt do it for the exact reasons we are discussing in this 
thread, as well as the cost if the experiment does not work.  Those young 
ones with all the flashy colors are sure tempting though!  I think it is one 
of the subtle reasons I have been avoiding the initial visit to PanI. so 
far...   ;+)

Ultimately Steev would be the one to ask, he is the one with the real 
experience caring for these fish.

I hope this helps!
Connie


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