If you live in a colder climate, you may wonder what to do with your pond fish when your backyard oasis is at risk of freezing solid. Fortunately, with the right conditions and preparation, many types ...

Koi metabolisms will slow down at 50° Fahrenheit, causing them to become lethargic and less interested in eating>>>No feeding ...

Creating a backyard fish pond adds value and beauty to your landscape, giving you an oasis for relaxation while supporting local wildlife. Whether starting from scratch or upgrading an existing pond, ...

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What’s in your back yard? In the last 24 hours, I have had 34 species. I know this from my Haikubox, a device with in my backyard that reports on my iPhone. A beautiful gift from our daughter. And at ...

Make your backyard pond into a refreshing focal point by adding features such as seating and a waterfall. Keep koi fish and welcome wildlife to your pond to lend a sense of tranquility and movement to ...

Enhance your garden with a backyard wildlife pond. Learn how to build a backyard pond and get tips for pond plants and wildlife pond-edging ideas. Having a water source, especially a pond, on your ...

Vector control experts say an insecticide sprayed to control mosquitoes in Modesto and Salida this month is safe for people and their pets. But some residents claim it killed their fish. “I went out ...