I didn't read that thread CJ, but I have done extensive research...hours and hours of reading boring studies done by almost every state DNR and studied the general information out there about various species that I had considered for possible forage.

I am going to read that thread now though.

One more thought on it is that they are an invasive species. They are already in your area, but by putting them in your pond you may inadvertently introduce them to other bodies of water through your outflow.

Reality is constantly ruining my life.