What type of pond cover should I buy to keep birds away?

Good evening, can you suggest a DIY pond cover for me to stop the birds getting at the pond fish? What type of netting would be best to use and how much height between the water and the net should I leave to be safe?

Asked by Abdul on 11th Apr 2020
Expert Trade Answers
"One, have you got kids around your pond? If so you need to get a pond safety cover, plastics pond safety Grid on Ebay this is the best way to stop birds getting in too. Many thanks"
Answered on 11th Apr 2020 - Member since Feb 2020 - report
"I recommend the lancer evo pond cover does a great job very neat and tidy looking also"
Answered on 28th Apr 2020 - Member since Apr 2020 - report
"A net is the best method, just make sure it's tight & doesn't sag back in to the water, 10 mm is best"
Answered on 16th Apr 2020 - Member since Jan 2020 - report
"Wire mesh will help prevent birds tack it to the sides of the pond"
Answered on 14th Aug 2020 - Member since Aug 2019 - report
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