[Russell Peters]

Quote: Originally Posted by dizzyfish "Koi are beautiful and often referred to as living art. But the key word is "living." They need a certain minimal environment to do well. Along with proper size quarters, proper depth, bottom drains, and substaintial filtration, koi also need certain basic living conditions; do not overcrowd your koi. One koi per 250 gal is ideal. When koi are young, one fish per 75-100 gal is fine but as they grow, some will have to be removed." That's what he said if I typed it right and if it was edited right in the magazine. Mitch

It may be what JR said but Antonio has a good point. You should stoack at levels that are ideal for your system and what you want to get out of your Koi.

If growth and Quality is what you want to maintain the very low stocking rates are very important. If you are a dealer you could have 5 gallons per Koi as long as your system can keep them healthy.