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In the special Friday the 13th episode "Pond Myths," Eric focusses on various misconceptions surrounding backyard ponds and aquatic life, particularly koi fish. He challenges common beliefs, such as koi only growing to their environment's size or the incompatibility of plants and koi, by providing anecdotal evidence and practical explanations. He also addresses real-world challenges, like pond cloudiness from raccoons or new pond syndrome, and offers preventative measures against predators and equipment failures, emphasizing the importance of redundancy and professional inspections. Ultimately, the episode aims to debunk prevalent myths and equip listeners with knowledge to maintain a healthy and thriving pond environment.
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In the special Friday the 13th episode "Pond Myths," Eric focusses on various misconceptions surrounding backyard ponds and aquatic life, particularly koi fish. He challenges common beliefs, such as koi only growing to their environment's size or the incompatibility of plants and koi, by providing anecdotal evidence and practical explanations. He also addresses real-world challenges, like pond cloudiness from raccoons or new pond syndrome, and offers preventative measures against predators and equipment failures, emphasizing the importance of redundancy and professional inspections. Ultimately, the episode aims to debunk prevalent myths and equip listeners with knowledge to maintain a healthy and thriving pond environment.
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