Trap was left in less than 2 hours. I don't like what I see in regards to the damage the trap does. Any suggestions for a trap that is less harmful would be appreciated.
Lots of members use traps in their ponds for surveying and/or culling their fish populations. I don't remember any discussion regarding the fish getting beat up in the traps. (Was it you, or someone else earlier in the week that also mentioned the trapped fish showing damage?)
Seems like for surveying and returning fish to the pond, that limiting damage would be important!
Maybe some experts will chime in?
I think BG under a dock feel much more secure than BG out in full sunlight. Can you put your trap under a dock, or just put a piece of foam board over the trap so the trapped fish feel less exposed and anxious? (Just speculation on my part.)
