(i) Factors considered when sitting a fish pond.
- Reliable source of water/ water source;
- Soil type / poorly drained clay soil the best;
- Topography / gently sloping;
- Security/ be secure from thieves / predators;
- Water quality / free of pollutants;
- Machine milking;
(ii) Features of a laying nest.
- Dimly lit; dark;
- Spacious / large enough to accommodate bird comfortably;
- Dry clean beddings;
- Have lockable doors;
- Kept in secluded parts of the house;
- Have slanting roofs to prevent birds from perching on;
Kavungya answered the question on March 8, 2019 at 06:45
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