I've read posts here before saying that Grass Carp won't eat the stringy green algae in a pond and I do not doubt what many of the knowledgable people on this forum say.
I was inquiring at the local fish farm about Tilapia and was informed that he hadn't had any luck with them here and that Grass Carp would take care of my problem anyway. Somewhat doubtful I made another inquiry at another dealer in southern MO. and was informed that Tilapia are against the law in Missouri. This gentleman also told me that 10 Carp per acre would solve my problem. He did admit that the algae was not their first choice of food but after they'd eaten everything else they would eat it.
Since Tilapia are not an option and last year chemicals only had a short term effect I guess I'll give the Carp a try.
I do not have an aerator and I do have very clear water, at least I think I do for a pond. About 2 to 3 ft. visibility most of the time.
Does anyone believe that this could work or am I going to be forced into chemicals (don't like them)and trying to drag as much of it out manually as I can?
Thanks,
Houston
