Koi Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Koi carp are a larger species of fish commonly kept in specialist, species only ponds. They are distinguished by their different colourations and many varieties are highly sought after, selling for thousands of pounds. Due to their large size and greedy nature, koi carp require large ponds with over sized filtration systems.
Max Size- Upto 100cm in length.
Lifespan- Koi have been known to live for 100 years, but 50 years is a more accepted age.
Filtration required- 
Oversized filtration is required to remove the large amounts of waste koi carp produce.
Food- Large koi pellets, colour enhancing pellets, wheatgerm foods in Autumn and Spring.
Ghost Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Ghost carp were first bred in the UK in the 1980s. They were an accidental mix of a koi carp and a mirror carp. Due to there unusual markings, sometimes only the lighter parts of the fish are visible in a pond leading to the common name of Ghost Carp.
Max Size- Upto 100 cm in length.
Lifespan- Upto 50 years but usually less.
Filtration Required?- Oversized filtration is required to remove the large amounts of waste koi carp produce.
Food- Large pellets or sticks, wheatgerm foods in Autumn and Spring.
Grass Carp
Ctenopharyngodon idella
Grass carp are a large, herbivorous species native to Asia. They have an elongated appearance and are often introduced to ponds to eat blanket weed, but they would rather eat your ornamental lilies and marginal plants!
Max Size- 100cm
Lifespan- 9 years
Filtration Required?-
Food- Will eat most pellets offered, along with plant life within the pond.
