Pond Boss Forums MANAGING AN EXISTING POND Evaluating and adjusting fish populations Mortality from traps

My topic is 2 fold.


1. Has anyone seen or conducted a study regarding mortality from traps like the Z Trap. If so please share your results.

I never leave my trap in more than 2 hours and the fish still beat themselves up in it. The large BG and RES was trapped in an open area with no cover. The small BG was trapped in the shade with brush nearby in the water.

2. Can anyone recommend a trap or pattern to make a trap that does not cause this type of damage?