On Thu, 10 Apr 2003 22:09:37 -0500, Bob wrote:

This is our second year for our pond and a little less than one month
ago we noticed what we thought was some of the fish spawning. For the
past week we have counted 7 baby Koi about one inch long. For the
last couple of days we've heard a bullfrog croaking at night, and am
concerned that our baby Koi are not going to last too long with him
around. What is the best method for catching them and what do I do
with them after we catch them?? Would a small aquarium suffice and
what kind of pump/areator should I use?? And what should I feed
them....they seem to be eating algae now. I'm not sure how they've
survived so long as they seem to be pretty brave as they venture out
about a foot away from the shallow part. I would sure appreciate any
advice ya'll could give us, as this is our first experience with
young'uns. Thanks in advance.

Personally I wouldn't worry too much. Give the population explosions, if you do
lose some you are better off.

We had our first koi babies last year (7 B&W, 1 white). Didn't notice them until
they were an inch or so. They fed off whatever they could find in the pond. When
I feed the other guys I crush a few pieces that they usually get (even seen them
chase some big pieces).

We have bullfrogs, frogs and snakes around too.

That was last summer/fall. This year, when we had the brief melt, I was able to
spot at least 4 of them. The others may be there but I have to wait until pond
cleanup (and the new ice disappears).

Good luck though.