Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations Swallowed Fish Hooks?

I don't know for sure, but I've lost fish in the pond, and released fish that swallowed the hook and haven't seen them dead. It all depends on the hook, but I'll bet that if they aren't made for salt water (corrosion resistance) that they'll either dissolve or fall out relatively quickly.

I have had fish break the line when using a floating lure and normally find the lure within a couple of days floating near shore. The fish seem to be able to shake free of the lure.

Circle hooks are great, and you can make them barbless by bending down the barb just like any other hook.