{"product_id":"9781770855199","title":"Koi","description":"\u003cp\u003e  Keeping koi (often called \"living jewels\") in top-quality condition takes dedication and year-round care, but it is a challenge that thousands of koi enthusiasts are happy to accept in pursuit of perfection. They are a fiercely devoted group willing to spend hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars to nurture, show and build their collection.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Written by a team of international experts, \u003ci\u003eKoi: A Complete Guide to their Care and Color Varieties\u003c\/i\u003e contains information and advice that incorporates the latest developments in koi research.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Topics include:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Purchasing koi\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Body conformation, deportment, color, pattern, and quality\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e The koi pond, including technology, like de-icers and warming tents\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Water quality and filtration\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Koi physiology, disease prevention, and good nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Showing koi, how to achieve optimal health, color and shine\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Breeding\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Designing and building a pond\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Identifying the many varieties of koi. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e  This book fulfils the need for a reasonably priced and up to date, expert guide on keeping koi. It is essential selection for all enthusiasts, from excited beginners to koi kichi (\"koi crazy\").  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bernice Brewster, Nick Fletcher, Steve Hickling","offers":[{"title":"Firefly Books |  Paperback \/ softback | Trade paperback (US) |  2015-10-08","offer_id":46011344781567,"sku":"9781770855199","price":29.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_d243f6dc-f246-430b-959e-dc0046ca9573.jpg?v=1723052712","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781770855199","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}