It has been shown in the literature that SMB often inhabit the rocky points and rocky - gravel shorelines and deeper colder water because the LMB push & bully the smallies into these less preferred habitats. Smallies can survive in these rocky less productive conditions where LMB often struggle. My experience and stockings have shown that smallies will survive in sand clay bottom warm water ponds if LMB are not present to bully and suppress the SMB. Members here who stock some smallies as the only bass will soon provide extra testimony on this topic. Flame - Please Give it a try and report your results. Inquiring minds want to know more.
Last edited by Bill Cody; 02/18/15 11:31 AM.
