Since the summer of 2023, I have been trying to bring a 3 acre pond back into balance. The goal is just a balanced pond with easy fishing, no trophies. There were very few small forage fish & few LMB, all skinny, for a 3 acre pond. I have been removing all underweight LMB & I think I am turning the corner. I am able to trap (Z trap) 3-4" CNBG, where last year I got none. I have decided it is time to change my culling technique, considering more than just RWs, returning only the best LMB.
I am looking for an article here & our "Pond Boss Magazine" with the finer tips to observe & consider on culling LMB, not just RWs. Goals: reproduction, health, growth, catchability, fight.
Does anyone remember such an article?
Would now be a time to consider stocking new LMB genetics?
