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08/10/2026

🐟 Why are my koi fish jumping?

If you’ve noticed your koi suddenly jumping out of the water, there could be a few different reasons:

Poor water quality
Ammonia, nitrite or other water quality issues can irritate your koi and cause unusual behaviour. Always test your water if jumping starts suddenly.

Changes in water temperature
Sudden temperature changes can stress koi and affect their behaviour.

Low oxygen levels
Warm weather, overcrowding or poor water movement can reduce oxygen levels, causing koi to become unsettled.

Parasites or irritation
Parasites can irritate the skin and gills, sometimes causing koi to jump, flash or rub against surfaces.

Feeding behaviour
Sometimes jumping is simply excitement around feeding time, especially if your koi have learned that you bring food!

Stress or something has changed
New fish, changes to the pond, predators, loud disturbances or other environmental changes can all cause stress.

If the jumping is frequent or unusual, don’t ignore it. Check your water parameters first and look for any other signs of irritation or illness.

A little observation can tell you a lot about what your koi are trying to tell you.

Need help figuring out what’s going on in your pond?
Pop into Koi Water Ways and speak to the team. We can help you check what your koi need and find the right products to keep your pond and fish in top condition.

08/10/2026

Common Koi Behaviours & What They Mean 👀

Understanding your koi helps you spot both healthy habits and warning signs:

✨ Following you around. A sign of trust. Koi quickly learn who feeds them and often recognise their owners.

🍽️ Surfacing at feeding time. Normal and healthy, showing they’re active and eager to eat.

💨 Quick darting or splashing. Can be excitement, but if constant it may indicate stress or poor water quality.

🪨 Rubbing against surfaces (flashing). Often a sign of irritation, parasites, or water imbalance. Worth checking.

😴 Resting at the bottom. Normal in colder weather, but if they’re inactive in warm water it could signal illness.

🌊 Swimming in groups. Usually a sign they feel safe and comfortable in their environment.

Healthy koi are active, alert, and responsive. Knowing their behaviour is key to keeping them thriving 💙

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05/10/2026

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03/10/2026

02/10/2026

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29/09/2026

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29/09/2026

Regular pond maintenance helps you spot small issues before they become bigger problems. Make time to check:
✅ Water clarity
✅ Pump and filter flow
✅ Koi behaviour
✅ Debris and leaves
✅ Water levels
✅ Any unusual smells or foam
Save this post and use it as a quick pond check reminder.

28/09/2026

Healthy ponds need regular care!

Regular pond maintenance helps you spot small issues before they become bigger problems. Make time to check:
•Water clarity
•Pump and filter flow
•Koi behaviour
•Debris and leaves
•Water levels
•Any unusual smells or foam

Save this post and use it as a quick pond check reminder! 🐠