Frequently Asked Questions

Our shop is based in Grimsby.

All of the Koi at Elite Koi are fed on the Takazumi food range.

Yes we do! There is a lot of parking located outside of our shop.

Yes, koi can generally coexist with other fish, such as goldfish, in large ponds. However, it’s important to ensure that all the fish in the pond have similar water requirements and that the pond is large enough to accommodate all species.

If there is something wrong with your fish, it’s important to check all water parameters including Kh and total chlorine levels both in the pond and coming from your tap.

If you’re concerned, you can contact us or speak to a vet.

Tempest can be fitted using an Elite Bypass system which allows you to adjust the amount of pond water flowing through the tempest.

Our YouTube channel has a video which can help with this.

Koi are omnivores and can eat a variety of foods. Their diet typically includes high-quality koi pellets, vegetables like lettuce and peas, insects such as worms, and even fruits like watermelon. In colder months, their metabolism slows, and feeding should be reduced or stopped.

All of the Koi at Elite Koi are fed on the Takazumi food range.

We recommend using Takazumi Vital and feeding as much as the Koi will consume in one minute.

Koi should be fed small amounts of food regularly. A rough guide is as much as the fish will consume within one minute.

Yes we do. Our toilet is kept clean and includes hygienic hand washing facilities.

We ship koi to all UK mainland.

We have strict bio security and no Live fish other than our own are allowed on site.

Koi fish can grow quite large, often reaching lengths of 24 to 36 inches (2 to 3 feet), depending on their environment, diet, and genetics. They need a spacious pond to accommodate their size and growth.

Join the Elite Koi Club and speak to us about arranging a scrape, alternatively look to coming on a microscope course and learning how you can do this yourself.