I have a new pond that I stocked with FHM and GSH this spring. I have a gazillion FHMs and quite a few GSH fry. But I also have hundreds of water bugs/ spiders. How do I get rid of these pests? Also, should I introduce some RES and BG/HBG about now?
Uncle Walt
First, welcome.
What are you expecting, (hoping for), out of your pond? A typical midwestern LMB, BG, possibly CC pond? Or something different? Do you want an emphasis on one particular fish to catch, or are you looking for a more balanced pond?
Ken is absolutely correct in that , depending on the numbers and types of BG/RES you introduce, you will certainly need some type of predatory fish to help keep things from getting out of hand. No one wants a pond full of stunted BG.
Are you planning on an aeration, or feeding program?
As far as the bugs go, I find my fish will eat some varieties while leaving others alone. They will not touch those little black "water skimmers" that make the crazy circles on top of the water.
But hey, I don't like pasta either. Could be just a case of discriminating palates......
