Had my 3/4 acre pond stocked with 300 8-12" channels a couple days ago.

So far, I've seen 25 floaters. Is this WNL when stocking this late?

Question 2: Will all of the dead fish "float to to top?" Or only a percentage?

Thanks!

They won't all float. Warmer waters this time of year will add to mortality rates of stockers.

10 to 15% is not overly high for big fish this time of year. Keep a close eye on them it should stop soon.

I'de take the floaters and burry them in my garden for fertilizer.