Point in case--your initial post mentioned nothing about contacting the local DNR or G&F and getting a permit to authorize the release. In most cases, they still will not grant permission, simply because there are too many potential pathogens that may be released along with the fish. Ditto for any native fish captured and placed in an aquarium going back to a waterway. How do I know this? I work for the G&F, and have issued those permits myself.
And, depending on the state, there may not be any difference between putting the fish in a private pond versus a public water. Very few private ponds are completely self contained, include fish barriers that meet flood standards, and will not contact 'other' connecting waterways. In Wyoming, the transport of live fish is illegal without permit, as is releasing fish into any water.
And, depending on the state, there may not be any difference between putting the fish in a private pond versus a public water. Very few private ponds are completely self contained, include fish barriers that meet flood standards, and will not contact 'other' connecting waterways. In Wyoming, the transport of live fish is illegal without permit, as is releasing fish into any water.
