A warning has been issued by a country park stating that it can cause “serious damage”
A Cambridgeshire country park has issued a warning after goldfish were found dumped in a lake at the park. The Environment Agency attended Milton Country Park near Cambridge after the abandoned fish were found in Halls Pool.
The Environment Agency removed the fish to prevent the spread of disease and cross-breeding with existing wildlife. A spokesperson for Milton County Park said: “It might seem harmless—but releasing fish, frogs, or other aquatic animals into lakes and ponds can cause serious damage to the environment.”
The spokesperson warned: “Introducing fish or fish spawn into any water without proper authorisation is illegal. Without the correct permits, you must not release fish or fish spawn into a fishery, remove fish (unless using a rod and line under angling rules), or be in possession of fish intended for release.”
Penalties can lead to hefty fines of up to £50,000 for illegal introductions.
The spokesperson added: “If you can no longer care for aquatic animals, please seek responsible alternatives—never release them into the wild.”
Milton Country park offers a family-friendly green space and outdoor activity centre. It has woodland, lakes, a cafe and numerous activities such as fishing and paddleboarding.
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