Winter Feeding Guide for Pond Goldfish

A pond keeper in an unknown location asks about feeding 10 goldfish in a 2m x 1m x 0.75m pond (approx. 396 US gallons) with natural water flow. Robyn advises:

• Stop feeding when water drops below 55°F (12°C).
• Reduce frequency in fall/spring (every 1-2 days vs. twice daily in summer).
• Use a pond thermometer to monitor temperature.
• Pelleted food is better than flakes—less mess, more nutrition.
• Black fish are likely young goldfish (they start dark).

No feeding in winter if ice forms; ensure aeration and a hole in the ice for gas exchange.