Checking back in after the Winter break. Water temps approaching 60 but not quite there yet. Bluegill that were stocked last Fall are huge and aggresive. The sample I caught had a median length of 8 inches and a median of 125% RW. They are literally bigger by weight then the LMB in the pond. I've only caught two LMB so far this Spring compared the 2 dozen plus BG. Both LMB were below 100% RW and culled.
I'll continue to cull the LMB below 100% RW (after post spawn) and may look at culling some of the bigger BG as the season progresses.
Like last year, I have the Texas feeder set to once a day at 1s. Based on the size of the BG it appears to be working.
I'm open to thoughts and opinions on nexts steps and timing on managing this 3/4 acre pond.
