May 2013 Pond Condition
May 4
water temp 58*- 60*, air temp 50-70*
filter dump and minor water changes during the week.
May 11
water temp 62*, air temp 50-75*
25% water change and PP treatment. Weather has been cool for spring. Lots of rain and pollen.
removed structure for winter cover and cleaned filters.
May 18
Water Temp 66*, Air temp 60-80*, pH 6.6, Ammonia .25, Nitrite .25, Nitrate 5
getting some readings on my test kit now that the water is warmer and the fish are eating. pH is lower than I would like but usually drops in the spring when the fish produce ammonia. 1 filter dump this week, will clean filters tomorrow. Need some new coral for buffering. The carp pox on the Kujaku are finally diminishing. The Kujaku and asagi both look fat with eggs.
May 25
Water Temp 68*, Air temp 55-82*, pH 6.6, Ammonia .25, Nitrite .25, Nitrate 5
Not much change from last week in conditions despite heavy rain.
Fish are looking healthier and gaining appetite as the water warms.
Normal filter cleaning, Minimal debris, but dark color under matting.
Water Bill $12.00 790 Gallons
Pump leaf basket replacement – $39
