Right now, BHC are definitely the most common fish in the pond. I've got 6 swimming in a cooler right now ranging from 6 to 13 inches in about a hour's time. I've seen as many as three schools simultaneously of approximately 30 fish each from 3 to 6 inches long hovering just below the surface at mid day.

The GSF that I can positively ID are ranging from 2 to 6 inches. I haven't caught any of the larger fish but have seen a few around the banks. The smaller fish are numerous.

I've gotten a quote on an aerator system with a single diffuser that will operate in 12 feet that I felt was reasonably priced. Won't say from who, but I think they're fairly reputable.

My plan is to drop the diffuser dead center on the bottom and set it up on a timer to run 8 - 12 hrs overnight. The way my property is laid out, shade starts onto the surface around 3:30pm. As it continues to cover the pond I know the oxygen level will start to decline. Having it run at night should keep the oxygen level balanced and not be constantly stirring up the bottom. Hopefully, this will help with the turbidity.

If I'm thinking wrong about this I hope someone will get me straightened out. Thanks to everyone who have replied thus far. It's greatly appreciated.

.10 surface acre pond, 10.5 foot deep. SW LA. The epitome of a mutt pond. BG, LMB, GSF, RES, BH, Warmouth, Longear Sunfish, Gambusia,Mud Minnows, Crappie, and now shiners!!...I subscribe!!