Minnows control waterborne insects by feeding on mosquito and midge fly eggs and larvae. Meanwhile, this aquatic species also consumes algae and detritus, making them part of the cocktail of fish aquatic managers utilize for sustainable surface water management.

Bluegills are surface feeders, allowing them to deplete insects by eating their larvae. They also feed below water surface, allowing them to control crustaceans and other aquatic pests like snails. This species also depletes unwanted aquatic vegetation and algae.

Koi fish are bottom feeders, consuming aquatic vegetation, algae and insects. Scientifically known as, Cyprinus Rubrofuscus, this species is able to create healthier and pristine lakes because of its diverse food, making it another fish that allows for sustainable pond management practices.

Goldfish are opportunistic omnivorous, that perpetually graze throughout the day allowing them to control a variety of pests in ornamental ponds. Their diets include a range of aquatic plants, such as filamentous algae and duckweed. Being bottom feeders, they do a good job controlling water born insects by eliminating larvae and worms.