Skip to content

Found a few dead Bass fry

Featured Replies

2 were dead inside a big patch of like green weeds or something idk if they died in there or floated into it then got wrapped around in it

2 were in the process of dying

 

all 4 looked like there was nothing wrong with them could there be an issue with the pond ? i never remember finding fish just dead with no issues that i could see visually

 

just thought i'd ask here

  • Super User

It happens.  I wouldn't worry about it too much.  There is a reason each fish when spawning lay thousands of eggs.

 

  • Global Moderator

Late summer, most ponds are low on oxygen, high temps, low water levels, higher risk for infections. Always seem to see some dead bass of all sizes this time of year. 

5 hours ago, Bluebasser86 said:

Late summer, most ponds are low on oxygen, high temps, low water levels, higher risk for infections. Always seem to see some dead bass of all sizes this time of year. 

Bingo! We've been checking oxygen levels every week at refuge since mid July. Finally got some rain last week and we're starting to see better levels.

16.JPG

  • Author
1 hour ago, islandbass said:

Perhaps a small algae bloom?

could be

 

it looks like this ... it's not the exact picture but this is the stuff that all of a sudden out of no where showed its face

 

also i look down and see things that look like weird bones ... but i don't think they are bones i think it's some sort of underwater plant ? sometimes it looks like it's part of this stuff but also sometimes it's off by itself

chara-pond-algae-rake.jpg

  • Super User

That’s milfoil. It’s only beneficial. Adds O2 during the day, provides refuge, and purifies the water. Four dead fry means nothing. One out of thousands of fry make it to adulthood. 

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
Reply to this topic...

Recently Browsing 0

  • No registered users viewing this page.

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.

Account

Navigation

Search

Search

Configure browser push notifications

Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.