edc10 - Jones carries numerous fish species. the fish that you received were likely held too long and stressed prior to sale date. It is a common occurrence. It is good business that they are refunding for the dead ones. Maybe try another fish farm next time to learn a little about fish farm diversity. IMO it is best to drive 1-3 hrs to get premium healthy fish.
There are some very good even excellent places in eastern central OH that specialize in growing YP for the food market. I would seriously consider contacting some of them for future purchases of YP, although you will have to go get them yourself. It is usually a very interesting day trip. You will be assured the fish are very healthy and fresh out of the growing tanks as they will likely catch them as you watch. Their perch will be guaranteed to eat fish pellets and grow very well.
Contact Laura Tiu (OSU) or Rob at Ohio Aquaculture Association for a list of YP growers/raisers located in eastern and central Ohio.
http://ohioaquaculture.org/contact.html http://southcenters.osu.edu/about-us/directory/aquaculture In searching I found there is a perch grower very near you in Willoughby OH. Contact me using a Private Message for the name, website, and phone number.
