I paddled out in the pond today and saw 8-10 large tilapia swimming under a an old oak laydown. A few more were spotted in deep water on the other side of the pond as well. Last year at this time I believe all of the tilapia had succumb to the cold weather. It doesnt look as though we will get much more cold weather in South Carolina either. I have to assume these arent the only tilapia to have survived the winter and could be many, many more. Could this be a problem or will i just be fortunate enough not to have to restock this year? Im not sure if tilpia can actually cause a problem; however, it seems like the bass and crappie will take care of overpopulation before they could anyways...

Thoughts?

Last edited by Colby; 02/05/12 10:48 PM.