good quality net

There Are Nets, Then There Are Nets!

Hi Hani,

Rather depends on what you are trying to net.

https://3kserver7.com/~frank/secure/agora.cgi?cart_id=315705.5569*Pw0Kn1&product=HAND_NETS_&_CAGES
http://www.acornnaturalists.com/Field-Equipment---Nets-Containers-C230.aspx
http://www.marinedepot.com/dip+nets-si.html

Biollante

 

I Prefer Netless Capture

Hi Hani,

I tend to think this style of net is good for general use. http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_ViewItem.aspx?category=Python_5_x_4_inch_Net_Fish_Nets_for_Saltwater_Aquariums&vendor=Python_Products&idProduct=PY1111&IdCategory=FIMTFN&tab=1

I have some fine nets I use for live food. I think I got them from Florida Farms. I have some specialized nets to avoid harming Corys. I have a bunch of netting material that I use for various purposes, mainly cleaning and maintenance.

I like having an assortment of rounded and rectangular nets.

Honestly, I do not like capturing most critters with nets that is kind of a last resort for me.

Biollante

 

Knowin' The Moves

Hi Hani,

Depending on the critter, I use my hands, a jars and rectangular boxes of various sizes. :gw

For some trickier critters or if I need them in large numbers, traps, PVC tubes whatever.

Most critters have particular moves in particular situations, you sort of get to the point of anticipating their moves.

Biollante

 

When I use a net I usually go with a fine white mesh ( not quite as fine as brine shrimp net ) and put the seam on the "outside" of the net. The finer mesh seems to support the fish better with less damage. Also, I have no had any issues with corys or discus getting spines stuck in that kind of netting. I don't have any of the other cats or plecos so your mileage may vary as it were. Getting the fish into a submerged container is better but often just not practical.

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