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Mini Encyclopedia of Keeping Koi - Softcover

Holmes, K

 
9781842861066: Mini Encyclopedia of Keeping Koi

Synopsis

All You'Ll Ever Need To Know About Keeping Koi In One Mini Encyclopedia This Comprehensive, Concentrated Guide Of Up-To-Date Practical Information On How To Keep Your Koi Is Packed Full Of Captions And Annotations That Accompany The Photographs And Graphic Illustrations. By Combining Practical And Reference Sections, This Mini Encyclopedia Represents The Ideal Compromise In A World Where Shelf Space Is Limited But The Thirst For Knowledge Increases Every Day

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About the Author

Keith Holmes & tony Pitham have a wealth of experience in all aspects of the koi hobby, from pond building to koi health and appreciation. Tony is a frequent visitor to japan to purchase high-grade koi and is a regular judge at the Shinkokai All-Japan Show. Both write regularly for koi magazines worldwide. They have prepared Parts 1-3. <P>Nick fletcher, former editor of the UK aquatic monthly Practical Fishkeeping, regularly contributes articles to this and other fish-related publications. Nick is actively involved in his local koi club. He has prepared Part 4.

From the Back Cover

This mini encyclopedia is packed with sensible advice and practical guidance. 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 liner 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 colour varieties.

From the Inside Flap

In this Shiro Utsuri, the black (sumi) is the primary colour. Other varieties in the same Utsurimono secton include Hi Utsuri (red on black) and Ki Utsuri (yellow on black). Reference to photograph.

Young fish with potential to improve further are called Tategoi. this is a Tategoi Sanke (a popular red-and-white variety with added black). Reference to photograph

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