About
Nestled in the Amana Colonies of Iowa, Kloubec Koi is a dedicated koi farm that breeds its fish locally rather than importing them — a distinction that customers repeatedly highlight as a reason for the exceptional health and vibrancy of their stock. This isn't a typical pet store with rows of tanks under fluorescent lights; it's a working farm where families can visit, walk among the ponds, and hand-select their fish from a stunning array of varieties and sizes. The operation revolves around one thing: koi done right.
Each fish is tested before shipping, and Kloubec's overnight delivery process has earned near-universal praise. Customers from California to the East Coast report receiving koi that arrive in pristine condition, carefully packaged and coordinated for next-day arrival via UPS. The ordering experience is streamlined — select your fish online, often from individual photos, and receive exactly the koi you chose.
Multiple reviewers confirm the fish look even better in person than on screen. Beyond live koi, Kloubec sells their own brand of koi food, which has built a loyal following. Customers describe their fish going wild for the large pellet formula, and repeat food orders are common.
The website is easy to navigate, and shipping on food orders typically arrives within two days. Long-term customers — some going back seven-plus years — speak to the consistency of quality. Staff members like Ellen and Jennifer Maresh are called out by name for their helpfulness and patience, fielding questions about pond care, feeding schedules, and koi health.
The farm also welcomes visitors in person, making it a worthwhile stop for pond enthusiasts passing through central Iowa. Granddaughters get tours, families chat with the Kloubec crew, and the experience feels personal rather than transactional. For pond keepers serious about sourcing domestically bred, healthy koi with reliable shipping and genuine customer care, Kloubec has built a reputation that extends well beyond the Iowa countryside.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- KoiFish Food
- Services
- Specializes in
- Pond
Highlights
What makes them special
- Domestically bred koi — no imported fish, each tested before shipping
- Reliable overnight delivery nationwide with carefully coordinated packaging
- Popular proprietary koi food with loyal repeat customers
- Family-run farm in the Amana Colonies open for in-person visits and fish selection
- Seven-plus year customer relationships with consistently healthy, vibrant koi
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I have always had the best experience with Kloubec. The fish are gorgeous, healthy, always arrive in great shape and Ellen is the best!”
— Peggy Judd5.03 hours ago“Koi fish looks awesome, one day delivery outstanding, the packaging can’t beat that it’s amazing.”
— Alvin Rosanes5.0a day ago“Wow, ordered on Sunday afternoon. Got a call Monday to Make sure it was OK to ship it to come on Tuesday all the way from Iowa to California. Very impressed thanks.”
— stephen smith5.0a month ago“I've been a customer of kloubeckoi for 7+ years and every koi I have bought from them are not only beautiful but healthy as well. They have outstanding customer service. Huge, huge shout out to Jennifer Maresh for the amazing customer service.”
— Yeng Xiong5.02 months ago“I’ve bought koi from Kloubec farms for 5 years. Fast service and very healthy fish. I wouldn’t buy from anyone else. They do not import fish, but raise them locally only. They test each fish before shipping. A very good experience!”
— Dan Whitehouse5.0Edited 3 months ago“After receiving my order I reached out to them because my koi was hurt when it arrived. The bag had quite a bit of blood in it to the point it scared my wife. Since it was our first time ordering from them I asked if they added any solution to the water for shipping hoping that was the case but unfortunately it wasn’t. Our koi had injuries on its dorsal fin and tail area and requested information on what steps to follow. Its been 12 days without any response. Very disappointing situation and frustrating at the same time because we are still nurturing our new koi back to being health.”
— Harvey Gutierrez1.03 months ago“Always timely quality Koi. They were delivered healthy and gorgeous. These guy are always helpful, with quality customer service, and quality products.”
— William Holland5.04 months ago“Best koi in the states!”
— Anthony Carter5.0Edited 4 months ago“Amazing healthy beautiful koi. Great prices and service.”
— William D. Draney5.0Edited 4 months ago“Kloubec Koi has been our go to for Koi for years now. They have a wide selection of beautiful healthy fish, and their delivery process is fantastic. I won't buy new Koi anywhere else.”
— Jamie Chappell5.0Edited 4 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (319) 846-2077 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Kloubec Koi.