Ever wondered what was in Whin Park pond?
Ness District Salmon Fishery Board had the chance to rescue some fish fish as Highland Council drained the Whin Park pond in Inverness.
The group shared photos and information about their discoveries on social media.
A spokesman stated: "We had two quick sessions in Whin Park pond with the electrofishing kit to rescue any fish present as Highland Council draw the water down prior to remedial works.
"We had previously deployed fyke nets in the pond for a couple nights during which time we only caught one eel. We were, therefore, quite surprised to see how many eels were in there. We caught 114 eels in total, plus some other nice fish.
"All fish were released into the adjacent River Ness."
He added: "It is a while since we had caught so many eels. Eels are considered to be critically endangered but they were doing well in Whin Park pond.
"There were a mix of 'silver' and 'yellow' eels. Maturing eels turn silver in preparation for the incredible journey across the Atlantic Ocean to the Sargasso Sea. The shallow, productive, weedy habitat in the pond is ideal for eels, it was great to see so many removed and released."
Highland Council staff, using large water-pumping equipment, began drainage work around 10 days ago.
The aim is to complete a clean-up of the area and to manage and control an invasive non-native weed species found in the pond.
A council spokesman explained that the pond would be fully cleaned, with all debris removed and responsibly disposed of.
Once cleaned, repaired and refilled, the popular Whin Park boating activity on the pond will resume its well-loved summer seasonal service.
Temporary fencing and signs warning of the works are in place, but the public can still access the rest of the park.
