This goldfish was caught in our outdoor pond. We have hundreds of them that live here year round and can easily be caught with a net (as seen in the photo above). In the spring, we watch as the males chase and ''bump and nudge'' the females which prompts them to release their eggs. The eggs then attach to the aquatic vegetation. With 48-72 hours, they will hatch.
During the winter months,
the goldfish stop eating and often stay on the bottom of
the pond. Plants are essential because they raise oxygen levels in the water and are part of the
filtration system. The plants are also a food source for the fish.
Ever since Skye was a puppy, she looks forward to 'kissing' the fish before it is released back into the water :-)
Goldfish are very hardy and colourful and make a great addition to any pond.
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