Bloodworms in Koi Pond: Harmless or Hazard?

Beneficial: High-protein natural food; fish eat them eagerly.
Low risk: Can carry parasites (rare), but healthy fish handle them.
Indicator: Presence means good sediment habitat, not pollution.

Bloodworms = Fish Food, Not a Threat

Bloodworms (midge larvae) in a koi/shubunkin pond. They are sold as premium fish food.

Leave them alone. Enjoy watching fish hunt them. No treatment needed.

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