Thanks for posting this video Brian.
There has been much discussion about HSB controlling BG in small ponds on the forum lately, whereas we take it for granted that there is no problem providing control if a simple stocking plan is utilized.
This small <1/4 acre pond was originally utilized for a HSB grow-out pond � I have told this story so many times that I take it for granted that everyone knows.
It was stocked originally with FHM and CNBG before introducing HSB fingerlings. After transferring many 10-12 inch HSB to main pond, I became worried that it would become overpopulated with CNBG, we stocked one female Florida LMB.
A couple of years later we stocked one BC.
Then we stocked Florida LMB to grow out for transfer to main pond.
Over the years we transferred �cull� CNBG from main pond to this little pond.
First couple of years we stocked all male tilapia to control FA but did not want reproduction, but later decided to stock both male and female, thinking we needed more forage.
One grass carp took care of the aquatic vegetation.
This pond has been a little jewel over the years, always productive with trophy size CNBG, HSB, and tilapia � Jeff will catch an occasional LMB.
Somehow it maintains somewhat of a �balanced� state.
Never had a fish kill � no aeration � no feed program � just occasional hand feeding.
I think the question of HSB controlling BG is over-thought � just add a single sex LMB and a blue catfish if needed.
If we could have only one pond,this would be my choice.
Dozens of photos have been posted over the years of trophy fish - Mrs. G has caught most of tthem!
Son Jeff was really excited over the size and condition of the HSB!
Thanks to Jeff for the video and Brian for posting.
Comments welcome.
George
