Originally Posted By: BrianL
Originally Posted By: stickem'
We rarely get to see hooded mergansers down south here in east Texas. They are a diver and do consume fish, but I understand that they feed on aquatic insects and crawfish as well. Beautiful species of duck. Haven't seen one in the wild in about 30 years...I'd give up a few BG and FHM to have some hang around my place.


I chased a pair off my pond in Paris Monday, so they are around here. I don't want any geese or ducks taking put residence around our pond since it will be a swimming pond too. I had 4 geese one day, and hard to believe how much poop they left.


Yes I agree with the ducks and geese. Where I grew up in SW Louisiana, we raised some ducks and geese...they can sure upset the serenity and aesthetic qualities of a backyard. But, they throw down some serious fertilizer....

Last edited by stickem'; 03/10/16 07:43 PM.
...when in doubt...set the hook...