How do I Stop Herons From Eating My Fish?
Traditional But Unreliable Methods of Protecting Your Fish
If you’ve got a fish pond then you’ve already asked ‘How do I stop Herons from eating my fish?’ or perhaps you've tried multiple methods of heron prevention but are still asking yourself the same question. Below are some common methods of heron deterrents, but Heron Solutions is here to provide the ultimate product for your garden pond!
Netting
While netting is a common method for protecting your pond fish from herons, it isn’t always the most aesthetic and it can interrupt your view of your fish, or you can’t admire them as well as you might like. Netting also makes the pond inaccessible to other pond creatures like frogs or gets tangled in water plants. Even invisible netting has its faults and doesn’t last very long.
Scaring Devices
Whether electronic, ornamental or reactive, scarers work to try and make the heron jump or prevent them from approaching. These scarers, however, won't work long-term as birds and herons will get used to them, watching from afar. Moving them around a little may work for a while, but another downside to them is how easily they can be set off by pets, other birds and yourselves. Reflective devices can be distracting features in your garden and also not work on darker evenings or early mornings.
Growing Pond Plants
Having more plants means your fish can hide easily when herons attempt to reach in your ponds, but they also deter herons from approaching in the first place, with less visibility for them to spot your fish. Not all netting and heron deterrent features are compatible with plants though, so it may be that you have to keep plants small or trimmed if using nets.
Ornamental Herons
A classic fake heron is a common feature in gardens with koi carp and ponds, however, they aren’t always the most effective method of heron prevention. Herons are lone creatures but can often feed in groups, so while it might ward off the occasional heron passing by, it’s not a reliable method of protecting your koi carp. Herons that are watching your gardens may become used to the fake visitor and approach your ponds anyway.
Our Reliable Heron Deterrent Panels
So how do our heron deterrent panels work to stop herons from eating your fish? We built a product that works to stop your herons from entering your pond as well as reaching across to steal your fish. Our heron deterrent panels work by floating on or just under the water’s surface and they’re made from sturdy thick, black plastic so they last for years to come, without being weathered.
They aren’t as noticeable on the surface as nets or ornaments are, as they blend in with the water and plants, sitting just on top where the light will reflect on your pond. Our panels interlink around the perimeter of your pond and are board-shaped so that they can be used for all pond types and shapes. They are reversible and can overlap when needed, and they leave no space for herons to reach in and grab a fish.
Our floating heron deterrent is compatible with plants, and other pond creatures and won’t disturb your view of your beautiful fish. It’s easy to assemble, affordable and durable.
Our heron deterrent panels are available to order here on our website, or via Amazon and ebay. Simply calculate the number you need to cover the perimeter of your pond and order to your door! No need to worry ‘How do I stop herons from eating my fish’ because our heron deterrent panels do the trick.
