Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations Creek Fish - Winter Kill

I'm having a tough time really understanding what you are looking for here, I think. The fish in the creek survived on their own prior to you taking ownership of the land, so there is obviously no need to move the fish to your pond for any reason other than just wanting to do so. If you are cool with the idea that there's a chance they could carry parasites or other unwanted stuff into your pond and maybe impact your purchased fish, then go for it. If you aren't comfortable with that chance, then I say don't go for it. The reality is that if you want to add the fish just for fun, then you need to do it and watch how the experiment pans out for you. It might actually be a fun way to add to your pond's diversity and could lead to some fun time with your kids. If you are asking whether you should do so to ensure the fish survive the winter, my feeling is that it's an unequivocal no. Again, they survived just fine before you owned the place and will survive just fine if you never do anything to them.