What does it mean when some of my Koi carp start jumping out of the water?

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trev1690gers asked:

I don’t think it’s lack of Oxygen as I have a pump connected to a waterfall, plus plenty of Oxygenating plants. Any ideas?

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9 comments to What does it mean when some of my Koi carp start jumping out of the water?

  • admin

    The two main causes of koi jumping is either poor water quality or a parasite infection.

    I suggest that you check your ammonia nitrate and nitrite levels with test kits from your local aquarist shop. If the levels are ok then you should suspect a parasite infection. If you don’t have the technology or knowledge of how to take a skin scrape from a fish then maybe your local dealer will be able to offer such a service. Another possibility would be a local koi club or keen hobbyist who might be willing to check your fish.

    Good Luck

    Ross

  • kukukachooinyourface

    Theyre having fun

  • emmarose

    Mine get very playful in the breeding season, and roll and flip out of the water. Just wait till next year when you find your fish population has doubled or more

  • lindy~*~*whoops*~*~

    maybe they’re born again dolphins…

  • Lam Ngoc Liem

    You must make sure the water is clean and check the ammonia (NO3), phosphorus (PO4) concentrate, pH, total hardness

  • localzuk

    It is very rarely an activity due to enjoyment and happiness but more often an indication of irritation.

    Check the quality of the water and look for signs of any parasitic infection on the fish

  • sparks9653

    carp love to eat flies they could be jumping for them

  • bumberclarte

    your jokes are that bad !!!!!!

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