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We just purchased a house that had a pond, it hasn’t been taken care of, where do we start? | Pond & Lakes Q&A

Posted on July 6, 2011 by thepondguy

If you’ve ever adopted a stray pet, you already have a general sense of what it’s like to become the keeper of a long-neglected pond. Like the stray, the pond probably looks like it’s been reclaimed by nature: rough around the edges…

Filed under: Aeration, Algae Control, Algae Defense, Cattails, Chara (Algae), Emergent Weeds, Fish, Fish Kill, Muck, Pond & Lake, Pond Clear, Pondweeds, Sago Pondweed, Season-Long Control, Uncategorized, Water Clarity | Tagged: , , , , , , , | 4 Comments »

Why do fish swim in schools? | Ponds & Lakes Q&A

Posted on May 19, 2011 by thepondguy

Most people are well aware that fish – most of them, anyhow – swim in tightly-knit groups known as schools. But when pressed for a rationale, few people know exactly why fish are so intent on sticking together. As it turns out, school is just as smart for fish as it is for people – but for some very different reasons.

Filed under: Uncategorized, Pond & Lake, Frogs, Bass, Fish Habitat, Fish, Fish Stocking, Benefits of Owning, Catfish, Koi, Goldfish | Tagged: , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments »

When is the best time to stock fish in my pond? | Pond & Lake Q&A

Posted on April 15, 2011 by thepondguy

Pond owners looking to replenish their fish populations this season should grab their buckets and nets; spring is here and it is the perfect time to stock your pond with new game fish.

Filed under: Pond & Lake, Aeration, Trout, Bass, Fish, Fish Stocking, Pets, Benefits of Owning, Catfish | Tagged: , , , , , , , , , | Leave a Comment »

Help! There are a bunch of dead fish in my pond, what happened? | Pond & Lakes Q&A

Posted on April 7, 2011 by thepondguy

The arrival of spring is an exciting time for pond owners. The weather is warming up, the sun is shining and the ice is melting away from the surface of your pond. Some pond owners however, find all of their fish floating dead at the water’s surface.

Filed under: Uncategorized, Pond & Lake, Aeration, Bass, Fish Habitat, Fish, Season-Long Control, Fish Kill, Fish Stocking, Turnover, Catfish, Koi, Goldfish | Tagged: , , , , , , | 1 Comment »

There are some weeds in the pond but do I need to add anything else for my fish? | Pond & Lake Q&A

Posted on March 18, 2011 by thepondguy

The fish in your farm pond or lake will definitely use weeds as a source of food and shelter but providing additional habitat is key for pond owners looking for a balanced fish population with large game fish. Using pond weeds as a source of habitat for your fish population is an at times be a double edged sword to pond owners.

Filed under: Pond & Lake, Trout, Bass, Fish Habitat, Fish, Fish Stocking, Emergent Weeds, Benefits of Owning, Catfish | Tagged: , , , , , , | Leave a Comment »

The geese are already showing up at my pond. How can I stop them from making my pond home? | Pond & Lakes Q&A

Posted on March 11, 2011 by thepondguy

As the warmer weather rolls in you will begin to notice a gathering of geese around your pond. While ponds are great for drawing wildlife some pond owners are hesitant to let geese congregate in their yard. How can geese become a nuisance in your pond and what can you do to keep them away?

Filed under: Bass, Benefits of Owning, Duckweed, Fish, Fish Habitat, Leeches | Tagged: , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments »

If I have a spring running into my pond do I still need aeration? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on November 12, 2010 by thepondguy

Natural springs are an excellent source of water to fill and maintain a farm pond or lake. The volume of water and the rate at which it flows into your pond varies depending on the magnitude of the spring.

Filed under: Aeration, Benefits of Owning, Benefits of Owning, Fish, Fish Kill, Fish Population, Fountain, Winterizing | Tagged: , | Leave a Comment »

What benefits are there for aeration during the winter? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on October 27, 2010 by thepondguy

One of the best features of an aeration system is its ability to perform all season long. Your aeration system will play a major role in breaking down the leaves and debris that made its way into the pond during the fall which will promote a healthier pond throughout the winter and easier maintenance come spring.

Filed under: Aeration, Benefits of Owning, Fish, Fish Habitat, Fish Kill, Pond & Lake, Uncategorized, Winterizing | Tagged: , , , , , | 2 Comments »

How can I identify my koi? – Decorative Ponds & Water Gardens Q & A

Posted on October 7, 2010 by thepondguy

Koi can be found with almost infinite color patterns which can make it hard to identify which type inhabit your pond and when studying the different Koi varieties it almost feels like they are speaking a foreign language. Actually, you are.

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How well can my fish find food? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on October 1, 2010 by thepondguy

Just like people, your fish need to eat to live and grow, while they can’t just drive on over to a fast food restaurant or raid the refrigerator to snack they can utilize their highly developed senses to easily catch a quick meal.

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