What are the benefits of bentonite in koi ponds?

Bentonite is a calcium-based clay, naturally rich in montmorillonite and trace elements.

It has various properties in aqueous solution, such as the absorption of proteins or the reduction of enzymatic activity.

It can be used in different ways depending on the desired indication:

• In water:

• Skin dressing when conditions leading to loss of mucus, scaling or ulcers;

• Clarification of water by flocculation of small suspended matter (microalgae, organic debris);

• Chelating agent for water toxins and mycotoxins.

• In food:

• Healing dressing for the digestive tract following enteritis ;

• Nutritional supplement (minerals, trace elements).

Skin dressing

For wounds or skin lesions of parasitic, bacterial or fungal origin: a rounded tablespoon (30 g) of bentonite for 5 m3 of pool water per day for the first 15 days, then once or twice a week for the rest of the time.

How to use: in a bucket filled with water, add the bentonite while mixing vigorously, then distribute the suspension obtained over the entire pond.

Clarification of the water

To benefit from the flocculation effect of bentonite, add once or twice a week, a rounded tablespoon (30 g) per 5 m3 of pond water, until clarified water.

How to use: in a bucket filled with water, add the bentonite while mixing vigorously, then distribute the suspension obtained over the entire pond.

Digestive dressing

During digestive disorders or for growing fish: 2 level teaspoons (2x4 g) of bentonite per 100 g of granules, every day, in one or two meals, for 5 days maximum.

Directions for use: in a plastic bag, add the bentonite to slightly moistened granules, shake and leave to dry in the open air before distributing.

Nutritional supplement

To promote the growth and expression of colors of koi carp: 1 level teaspoon (4 g) of bentonite for 500 g of granules, once a week throughout the summer period.

How to use: in a plastic bag, add the bentonite to slightly moistened granules, shake and let dry in the open air before distributing.

Online purchase

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