Pond Boss Forums STOCKING A NEW POND Types of fish to choose GRASS CARP

I WAS TOLD JUST THE OTHER DAY THAT GRASS CARP WOULD EAT THE VEGATATION IN MY POND,ACTUALLY THE MAJORITY OF VEGATATION.I'M WONDERING IF THIS IS TRUE AND IF ANYONE HAS DONE THIS THAT READS THIS FORUM,AND ARE THEY AVAILIABLE HERE IN CALIF.?I REALIZE THEY HAVE TO BE STERILE,SO THATS A GIMMIE. [/LIST]

Technically, they are allowed in certain counties. As a practical matter, there are so many restrictions and potential penalties that it is almost impossible to stock them. A fish supplier that I know is permitted to handle them but won't because of the potential to put him out of business if he can't positively account for every fish at all times. It is a shame because they would solve a major problem for countless California pond owners. The politics of California will drive any sane person crazy! So, in a state full of tree huggers where a practical biological solution is available, many tons of chemicals are being used.