posted 6 years ago
Mink is a definite possibility, but certainly not the only possible predators: herons, owls, hawks, eagles and raccoons are just a few others...
I would suggest that any further plans to raise fish must include a habitat that deters predation. Ensuring the ponds have adequate depth, large pipes to hide in, or other deep underwater structures for protection; sufficient plants to cover the surface for them to shelter under; netting above the water to protect against bird predation; electric fencing around pond perimeter to prevent predation from land animals...
Without first ensuring protection for whatever livestock one plans to keep or raise, eventually conflict with wildlife will occur.
Lorinne Anderson: Specializing in sick, injured, orphaned and problem wildlife for over 20 years.