CB, the bluegill of all sizes also confuse me. So do the fathead minnows. Those things generally disappear after the first year. And yet, like you say, the bass that caught are not getting adequate nutrition.
I bet that you do have bigger bass. However, both they and catfish are notorious in ponds for becoming hook shy. Heck, my smaller bass have even gotten hook shy. I eliminate any bass that is under 14 inches and stupid enough to get caught.
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
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