Yes, the GSF can be a real danger to plans for a fishery if they get established early. But I have gotten to be more like Dave Davidson in that I like them (in modest numbers
) and have even been putting a few in my main pond (where well established BG and LMB as predators will ensure the GSF will not get out of hand).
I have actually been getting some hybrid production out of my sediment pond which I am encouraging. Not sure yet if they are hybrid GSF crossed with RES or BG. I also really like HBG mixed in with my main BG population.
But then my main goal is a panfish fishery. I really don't have a desire for anything over 3-4#. So my goals will likely not be like most pond owners.
