Transfer Fry From Community Tank

[JaredL]

I have ~30 guppy fry in my community tank that I need to transfer to outdoor mini-pond. I'm uncertain how to catch them. The challenges are:

Other inhabitants: Harlequin Rasboras, coryadoras, adult guppies, hillstream loach

Planted: medium density, lots of surface growth

I have some ideas, but I don't have much confidence in any of them. Please let me know if you have ideas or experience doing this. Thanks!

Edited June 4, 2021 by JaredL

[Fish Folk]

We use a larger sized net with fine enough holes to prevent escape, and a  Lee’s large specimen container. Scoop out fry into there. If you catch other fish, they’re easier to move back into your tank from the container with a small net.

[lefty o]

having a good amount of plants adds to the challenge, but a net is the  way to go. a lot of patience, and nice slow smooth movements of the net.