Predation of normally reproducing YP will depend on two main things: 1. number of HSB and CC, and 2. amount of weed cover in the pond. We have a couple ponds near me where HSB (50-60/ac) adequately control YP numbers when weeds are absent to low abundance. IMO HSB (daytime feeder) and CC (night feeder) will act as a combined predatory effort to control the day light active YP. If YP become abundant and slow growing then add more predators. The concern that I have is the CC may be able to recruit numerous young CC to the point of overpopulation if LMB are not present. It will be a learning experience and educational.
Last edited by Bill Cody; 09/28/12 09:28 PM.
