Help Needed Small DYI Presurized Bio Filter

[SarahT]

I originally planned to under stock the pond, but after an impulse buy, some rescues, plus the goldfish I originally planned to get I'm now a bit overstocked. Water is crystal clear and I test regularly with no issues. I'm just trying to be pro-active instead of re-active as I know the fish will keep growing.

Pictures of yard + pond attached

Thanks for rescuing goldfish, smart to be proactive, and good luck with it all. Nice looking pond and landscaping.

 

[GBBUDD]

this is why i'd lean toward ribbon

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