We had a healthy population of Pumpkinseeds in there before, I dont mind them as they did get large enough to eat and they are a cool looking little fish. We are very borderline for Redear, but I may try them if I can find em.
Luckily we have never had a Carp in problem in the pond. There may be some Bullheads. I really dont think there is much of anything in there though.
I would prefer to do one large stocking this spring of LMB, BG, and Fatheads. Then consider adding Perch, CC, or Walleye, or? next year.
If the BGs are stocked in June (about when they spawn here) I wouldnt think they would spawn until next year. Besides, wouldnt you want to have a good spawn to get the numbers up right away?
I would like to spend about $1500 this year maybe up to $2000. BGs or most panfish for that matter here are $.45 to $.55 . LMB amd larger fish are about $1.25.
