I have been adding a lot of structure to the pond in hopes of providing refuge for smaller fish.
I have resisted stocking any small fish knowing that there are some large predatory voracious eating machines living in the pond. I caught one of them ice fishing yesterday.
9.1 lb NP This fish was full of eggs and the stomach contents were Yellow Perch and Fatheads.
Since removal of every NP is an illusive goal, I am using resistance (angling and removal) and coexistence (NP with other species) as a management course.
I am not sure if the NP are reproducing in the pond as only large fish are ever seen or caught.
Any suggestions on NP control are welcome!
