I've done some reading on here and I am following the establish the minnow first mantra to be followed by RES and maybe HBG. I certainly want a balanced system, who wouldn't? However, I don't want to buy FHMs twice a year just to feed the LMB. I am looking at establishing some Eel grass as well as hardy lillies for cover. I love to eat CC but, based on opinions on here, I am not convinced I want them in my small pond. I have a bit of a turbidity issue that I am afraid will only worsen with CC. Maybe once I get a good stand of grass and can deal with the turbidity I will change my mind.

However, I have hundreds of those little spinners and I would like to find a way to deal with them. Thanks for the feedback.