Recommendations for fish and koi suppliers in Western Washington (Seattle-area)?

[seattlejohn]

Hello all. Learning my way around this forum. I just filled my pond with water last month. It's roughly 8' long, 4' wide and 2' deep. I am patiently doing research to add plants and fish. "Patient," as in I may wait till spring of next year and just enjoy the waterfall sound till then.

Can anyone recommendation good stores for fish and koi supplies in Western Washington (Seattle-area)? Plants as well.

Thanks,
John

 

[j.w]

@seattlejohn
We are neighbors sorta. I have been to this one up north in Mt Vernon and I know there are others.
https://www.yardwaterfeatures.com/

https://www.yellowpages.com/seattle-wa/ponds-pond-supplies

 

[Mmathis]

Hello and welcome!

 

[seattlejohn]

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We are neighbors sorta. I have been to this one up north in Mt Vernon and I know there are others.
https://www.yardwaterfeatures.com/

https://www.yellowpages.com/seattle-wa/ponds-pond-supplies

@j.w Thanks for the pointer! My friend was at that Mt. Vernon location. Sounds like it's good for plants, but does not sell fish. I think I need to work the phone, as not seeing any places that sell fish.

 

[mrsclem]

Hello @seattlejohn - just be aware that your pond is more suited for goldfish. At about 500 gallons, its too small for even 1 adult koi. Check Craigslist and local ads in your area. There are always people who are looking to rehome fish.

 

[j.w]

Hey @seattlejohn I think you would like Shubunkin type goldfish as they look kinda like koi but don't get huge. You can find them at pet shops all around the area. They come in all kinds of patterns. Some have beautiful long tails!

 

[seattlejohn]

Hey @seattlejohn I think you would like Shubunkin type goldfish as they look kinda like koi but don't get huge. You can find them at pet shops all around the area. They come in all kinds of patterns. Some have beautiful long tails!

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Thanks J.W. Yes, Shubunkins are on my research list. As are sailfin mollies, poecilia latipinna and Comet goldfish.

 

[j.w]

@seattlejohn I wouldn't think the Mollies would survive outdoors in our weather. Supposedly the fat Fantail goldfish will make it through the cold winters. Some have them in their outdoor ponds in much colder weather than we get.

 

[seattlejohn]

@seattlejohn I wouldn't think the Mollies would survive outdoors in our weather. Supposedly the fat Fantail goldfish will make it through the cold winters. Some have them in their outdoor ponds in much colder weather than we get.

Noted. Thanks!

 

[addy1]

My fantails do fine here we do get ice on the ponds.

 

[MtnDewMan]

Hello all. Learning my way around this forum. I just filled my pond with water last month. It's roughly 8' long, 4' wide and 2' deep. I am patiently doing research to add plants and fish. "Patient," as in I may wait till spring of next year and just enjoy the waterfall sound till then.

Can anyone recommendation good stores for fish and koi supplies in Western Washington (Seattle-area)? Plants as well.

Thanks,
John

I have a few small 3-4" koi that are looking for homes if interested.