Mike,
I was told by a couple of guys no the NANFA site they are not different in keeping than the other sunfish. I would consider hydrating the aquamax once you get them going on something more palatable. On the other hand the aquarium purists tell me the commercial feeds we use in ponds are dirtier than some of the more specialized feeds for aquariums.
Where did you get the pumpkinseeds from? Was it the Smith Creek Fish Farm?
I ask because I want to start raising them next year. I can get them from the wild but it's a hassle as I have to quarantine them with a HACCP plan and have several tested for VHS. Smith Creek already tests them for VHS. Only problem is I don't know the history of his fish genetics. I'd like them to come from a large genetic pool vs. the alternative.
Last edited by Cecil Baird1; 12/31/08 10:11 AM.
