I would be unable to resist taking some BG out this year if I were in your position. I might be able to restrain myself until after the initial spawns occurred.

What are your management goals for the pond? It will make a little difference on which BG we would encourage you to leave or remove.


"Live like you'll die tomorrow, but manage your grass like you'll live forever."
-S. M. Stirling
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