I'm working on a plan to do rotenone treatment to get rid of threadfin shad in 7 ac pond, which involves several property owners. We've had a biologist assisting with calculating proper rates, etc. to selectively manage the shad out. I have applicators license so no issue procuring the product. However I do have one question that I'm hoping someone with rotenone experience can assist with: What should I expect in terms of the fate of the dead shad? Should I plan to remove them from the pond or can I expect scavengers to quickly take care of them? Some of the property owners are concerned about the smell, ugly sight of dead fish, etc. Location is central Alabama. Timing hopefully December. There will be catfish, bass, and crappie remaining after the treatment. I hope these remaining fish, along with birds, etc. will help dispose of the dead shad.... just not sure how much. Any insight would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Indecision may or may not be my problem.