Having completed and transferred my fish to their new pond I have had two instances where fish have jumped out. The first after two days and the other just this morning some four weeks later. Unfortunately the one this morning did not survive. I have tested the water at regular intervals (Nitrite, Nitrate, PH, General Hardness) and at no time have the readings shown an unacceptable level. All fish appear happy and are showing no signs of stress and are eating well. The pond is well oxyegenated 24/7 with a 9" disc air stone. On both occassions the fish jumped during the night. Could the heat be have an adverse effect on them? Short of putting a net over the top (which would spoil the affect) I'm not sure what more I can do.
Posted on Jul 3, 2006, 11:58 AM from IP address 195.147.138.61