The problem with stocking LMB, even just a pair of them, is that they will be in the pond, and ANY future stocking of fish will have to be advanced sized fish to avoid predation.

PLUS since YP are more fusiform than BG, they will tend to eat YP first if all 3 fish are in the same area.

I agree with everyone, stock SMB and HSB. If the BG get outta hand I would just stock more SMB/HSB instead of throwing in LMB. 13 acres is a HUGE pond to push the reset button on......


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