While the Redear (RES) would bring diversity to the pond, they don't have the fecundity that BG have. They don't make as good of a forage species for LMB as BG. RES go well with SMB in ponds, as long as the pond location isn't too far north.

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3/4 to 1 1/4 ac pond LMB, SMB, PS, BG, RES, CC, YP, Bardello BG, (RBT & Blue Tilapia - seasonal).