Do you leave the pump on all the time on a fish pond?

How soon can I put fish in my new pond?

It is recommended to wait at least 2-3 weeks before adding fish to a new pond. This allows time for the pond's ecosystem to establish and stabilize, ensuring a more hospitable environment for the fish to thrive. Additionally, regularly monitoring water quality parameters such as ammonia, nitrite, and pH levels is crucial before introducing fish.

Name 4 things you would need to know before feeding fish in a pond?

1) The species of fish in the pond. 2)The type of food the fish are usually fed. 3)The last time the fish were fed. 4)The next time the fish would/should be fed

When is the best time to stock a pond with fish?

Spring or fall when the water temperature is lower. This makes it easier to acclimate the fish.

Population of a pond?

The population of a pond refers to the total number of living organisms that inhabit the pond at a given time. This population can include a variety of organisms such as fish, insects, plants, and microorganisms. Monitoring the population of a pond is important for understanding its ecological health and overall biodiversity.

What is the gist of The heron and the crab?

'''The Heron and the Crab''' Once upon a time there lived a heron by the side of a pond. It was a lazy creature and once devised a plan to get a supply of fish without doing much work. So one day, he went to the side of the pond and put on a gloomy face without attempting to catch any fish. The pond was also inhabited by a crab, which was wise and often helped the fish in the pond. On seeing the gloomy heron, the crab asked her what the matter was. The heron said, "Alas! I am worried that the pond is going to be soon devoid of any fish, which are in turn my source of food. I overheard a group of fishermen talking about catching all the fish in this pond. But I know of a pond somewhat far away, where all the fish shall be safe. If the fish are interested, I can carry a few each day to the other pond where they will be safe." All the fish were eager to make use of the heron in reaching a safer destination. So everyday some of the them volunteer to go with the heron. The heron took some fish each day in the beak, and on reaching a large rock used to eat all the fish up and leave the bones of the fish at the rock. So she was able to get a continuous supply of fish at no effort at all. In the end, the curiosity got the better of the crab, and one day it volunteered to go with the fish. When it had gone closer to the rock, it realized the foul play the heron had been playing on the poor fish. Enraged, it tightened its claws around the neck of the heron and snapped the head of the heron off. The heron this died a selfish death. The crab crept back to the pond and told all the fish about the lies the heron had been telling.

I am constructing a smallish garden pond and have found an old LEAD pump that would look great as a water feature. If this was placed inside the pond could it prove harmful to fish stock?

Lead has been used in water and in aquaria since time immemorial. It may cause some problems as it deteriorates but I would imagine that any damage would be so small as to be neither observable nor measurable. I would use the pump.

How long can koi fish go without food?

(About 3 weeks (maximum!))The average time aquarium fish would survive is between 1 week (for small, fast energetic ones); to 2 months or so for fatter goldfish. However I wouldn't leave my fish for that long (Maximum 1 week) Also don't leave them alone with no food all the time as this will develop fish problems and even death of your fish.

Can goldfish be taken from a tank and put into a pond?

Yes it/they can. Care should be taken to let the temperature of the water the fish is/are in slowly equalise with the water in the pond before releasing the fish otherwise it/they may die from temperature shock. I used to place a bucket containing the fish in its/their original water beside the pond and slowly replace a cupfull of water at a time over about 30 mins or so before releasing the fish into its new home.

Will tilapia eat midge larvae?

Nope, Tilapia is a kind of fish which is a herbivore.

What should I know before buying a pump for a pond?

The most important thing to consider would be the total volume of water being dealt with. Other factors to consider would be whether or not the pump will be used with a filter and also dealing with environmental issues such as the pond being exposed to sunlight for long periods of time. These factors will influence the lifespan of the pump.

Do fishes lay eggs?

It depends on where the fish lives. If it is in a pond then it will lay eggs in the spring and summer. If its a fish in an aquarium inside of a heated home, they can lay eggs at any time.

How might the absence of fish lead to a pond filling faster?

The absence of fish can lead to an increase in aquatic plant growth due to reduced predation on plants. Excessive plant growth can result in more organic matter accumulating in the pond, leading to an accelerated build-up of sediment. This can cause the pond to fill up faster over time.