I have 2 schools of thought regarding herons. The first is that it isn't going to make an appreciable impact on your pond.

The second is that I have every intention of being the top of the food chain and all competitors are dead meat.

It is against federal law to harm them. However, if I felt like breaking the law or had a depradation permit, I would hunt them like I would a trophy buck. Sit in a blind of some kind during the day with as much time as I could afford. I would probably use enough gun to be sure of the effectiveness. Then I would follow Cecils mantra of shoot, shovel and shut up. I hear they taste a lot like chicken.

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa