pondfish

noun
UK /ˈpɒnd.fɪʃ/
US /ˈpɑːnd.fɪʃ/

A pondfish is a fish that lives in a small pool of water called a pond.

We saw a bright orange pondfish swimming near the lily pads.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Any small fish kept in a garden pond for decoration.

The garden center sells pondfish like koi and goldfish.

3. A person who is only comfortable in a small, familiar setting.

He's a bit of a pondfish and rarely travels far from home.

4. A fish raised in still, shallow water rather than in a river or the sea.

Pondfish grow well in warm, calm water.